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Easy Back to School Monster Cookie Dough Lunchbox Bites Recipe for Kids

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These no-bake Monster Cookie Dough Lunchbox Bites are a quick, mess-free, and kid-approved snack perfect for busy school days. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, they offer a chewy texture and colorful fun with mini M&Ms.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (130g) natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (60g) mini chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed (optional but recommended)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional mix-ins: mini M&Ms, chopped nuts, shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and salt.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Add natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined. Adjust consistency by adding more honey or peanut butter if too dry, or more oats if too wet.
  3. Fold in chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping.
  4. Shape the dough into roughly 1-inch balls using hands or a cookie scoop. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Press a couple of mini M&Ms or extra chocolate chips on top of each bite for the ‘monster eyes’.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Alternatively, chill in the freezer for 15 minutes if short on time.
  7. Pack chilled bites in an airtight container or lunchbox compartment and enjoy.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter with oil separation for best texture. Rolled oats provide the best chewiness; avoid instant oats. Chilling is essential for mess-free bites. Adjust sweetness by tasting dough before shaping. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month. Thaw before packing if frozen.

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Keywords: cookie dough, lunchbox snack, kids snack, no bake, peanut butter, oats, monster cookies, back to school

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