My kids will tell me they hate something I make, even if they haven't tried it. They will be grossed out by one ingredient, and assume that the entire dish is disgusting. When they were little they would eat everything and anything before they had an opinion, wow, I miss those days.
One day I was looking around for a healthy snack that would be simple enough for the kids could make, healthy enough for us all to eat, and delicious enough for us all to enjoy. I came across an oatmeal ball that only had 5 ingredients, all of which I already had in the house. Win win!! The great part of this recipe is that it has simple, yet good for you ingredients, and as long as nobody has any allergies, you have a healthy snack!
What you'll need:
2 cups Oats
1 cup Peanut Butter
1/2 cup Honey
1 tsp. vanilla
pinch of salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (you could substitute other treats such as M&M's, Heath, the sky's the limit)
My little guy wanted to make them all by himself this time, so I let him have at it. I feel that a child that has say and participation in the things they do, they are more likely to enjoy what they are doing.
Once all of the ingredients are mixed together well with a spoon, he used a cookie baller and placed them on a sheet of wax paper so that they don't stick. After they are all rolled, place in the refrigerator to set for about 20 minutes, then enjoy.
You can keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, but ours never make it that long. These are a great healthy treat to take on car rides as well. If you have any quick and easy healthy treats, I would love for you to share them with me.
Enjoy!
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