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I always thought I hated Nutella. Honestly, the packaging leaves a little to be desired. It’s a bit plain and for some reason, spreading it on toast just looks disgusting. BUT, when I finally tried it, I was in love. Ok, that may be a bit of an overstatement, but I really, really liked it. Ferrero Rocher have always been my favorite kind of candy- I don’t know why I never put two and two together. So now when I’m looking for a little treat, I buy myself a jar of Nutella and spread the stuff on graham crackers, apple slices, bananas…whatever sounds good. I saw these peanut butter energy balls on Four Marrs, One Venus a few days ago and whipped them up so we could have a healthy snack to enjoy during the day. They were good, but I’m not a huge fan of peanut butter. When I saw the Nutella in the pantry, I thought I would try my hand at Nutella energy bites. I do believe I made a very wise decision.
Nutella Energy Bites
- 1/2 cup Nutella spread
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- In a small saucepan, melt Nutella, peanut butter and honey until smooth, stirring continually.
- Stir in oats until well mixed.
- Using a cookie scoop, place balls of mixture on wax paper and pop into the refrigerator until set (about 10 minutes.)
- Test one to make sure it’s “OK.” 😉
This recipe only makes 6 balls using a standard cookie dough scoop. You can always double it if you’re looking for more, but you only need one of these to get a satisfying boost of energy and address your midday cravings for sweets. 🙂 That, and using up 1/2 cup of Nutella in one recipe is hard to do-especially when you just want to eat it straight off the spoon. 
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Tj says
These look delicious!
What sort of oats do you use though? Old fashioned? Rolled? Instant? Does it matter?
Nicole Burkholder says
I used “quick oats” that are also labeled old-fashioned. They cook in 5 minutes, but I don’t think it matters because you aren’t actually cooking them anyway. 🙂
DesignedByBH says
YES, PLEASE! Pretty sure I’d have to TRIPLE the recipe!!! (Or just keep my spoon out…) 🙂
Pinning!
– Brooke –
Nicole Burkholder says
I will double it next time (although it’s hard to use up all that Nutella in one sitting) 🙂
Jenniemarie @ Another Housewife says
Stopping by from the SITS link-up. You had me at Nutella 😉 I make protein bites on a weekly basis. Our kids LOVE them. I think I will surprise them with this tasty twist as an after school snack!
Nicole Burkholder says
This is a perfect after school snack, I agree. They will be happy! Thanks for stopping by.
Christina @ Juggling Real Food and Real Life says
Hi Nicole! These do look delicious. They remind me of no-bakes that my mom used to make. Do they stay gooey or do they harden up a bit?
Nicole Burkholder says
I left mine in the refrigerator, but if they sat out for too long, they were a bit sticky/gooey. They held their shape, though. Actually, they only lasted for one afternoon 🙂
Rhonda says
This is such a quick, easy treat! That’s my kind of kitchen cooking. 😉
Nicole Burkholder says
Mine, too! One dish and done!
Jennifer Johnson says
We made these last night! My son saw me looking at them on instagram and insisted we have them right away. They were all gone this morning!
Nicole Burkholder says
Well, hurray for Instagram! 🙂 I just love how easy they are to toss together! (Really, you can’t go wrong with Nutella. Ever.)
Debi at Life Currents says
I’ve always loved Nutella. And, these sound great! Pinned!
Nicole Burkholder says
Thank you! I pinned your yummy looking potato skins this morning! 😉
barb says
You’re so right. I wonder if I’d have any left after mixing because I might have eaten it all before serving it. Friends have found a small container version at Dollar Tree you might want to use for budget version. Also I have found the store brands acceptable as well. Once I have opened a jar it doesn’t stay long.
Nicole Burkholder says
Dollar Tree? Really?!? I’d love to find some there- even if it’s generic. I’m sure it’s still yummy!
JaimeLovesStuff.com says
All my favorites wrapped up in one !Yummy!
Nicole Burkholder says
I know, right? 🙂 It’s hard to eat just one!