No-Bake Nutella M&M Oatmeal Balls are an irresistible sweet treat you can make in a matter of minutes! Bite-sized balls of Nutella love that are loaded with oats and mini M&M’s. Yum!
So Yummy and So Easy
Be it for an afternoon snack, a late night sweet treat or a big platter for a party, these Nutella M&M Oatmeal Bites are so perfect for any occasion and everyone loves them! They’re sweet and chewy and loaded with so much yumminess. From the hearty texture of the oats to the sweet crunch of the mini M&M’s to of course the amazing flavor of the Nutella, these balls are yum, yum, yum! Bet ya can’t eat just one!
When it’s the dog days of summer here in Dallas and temps are 90+ all day, every day, I break a sweat just turning on the oven. So most of our summer treats are either no-bake or frozen (my Chocolate Covered Frozen Banana Pops are a must try!). As much as I love baking, I love a good no-bake treat too! No-Bake S’mores Bars and my No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie are favorites for sure. No-bake treats are usually quick & easy to make and when we’re craving something sweet, quick & easy is the name of the game.
Ingredients and Supplies
(see recipe card at the bottom of this post for measurements and details)
Ingredients:
- Old fashioned oats: create the hearty, chewy texture that makes these no-bake bites satisfying and filling. Quick oats can be substituted for a softer texture, but avoid steel-cut oats as they won’t soften properly.
- Nutella (chocolate hazelnut spread): adds rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor while helping bind the ingredients together into perfectly rollable bites. Any chocolate nut spread will work, and peanut butter can be substituted for a different flavor profile.
- Honey: naturally sweetens the bites and adds the sticky texture needed to hold everything together. Maple syrup can be used instead, though the mixture may be slightly softer.
- Vanilla extract: enhances the chocolate and hazelnut flavors.
- M&M’s Minis candies: add pops of chocolate, color, and a fun crunch that kids and adults love. Feel free to swap in mini chocolate chips, chopped candy-coated chocolates, or festive seasonal M&Ms.
Supplies:
How to Make No-Bake Nutella M&M Oatmeal Balls
- In a large bowl, stir together the oats, Nutella, honey and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in the M&M candies.
- Roll dough into 2-tablespoon sized smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or enjoy right away.
- Once the balls have set, transfer them to an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator.
Storage
Store in a sealed container, with parchment paper between each layer, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
To freeze the bites, place in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the freezer for 1 hour to flash freeze and then transfer to a freezer-safe plastic bag or container to store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
When ready to enjoy, let defrost in the refrigerator.
More of My Favorite No-Bake Recipes
From nutritious energy bites and hearty granola to dreamy and decadent icebox pies, my Favorite No-Bake Recipes leave nothing out but the oven. Skip the heat and enjoy these delicious no-bake eats!
If you make my No-Bake Nutella M&M Oatmeal Balls, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me @thebakermama on Instagram so I can see. If you’re on Facebook, be sure to join my Friends of The BakerMama group to connect and share all the fun and yummy recipes of mine that you make! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!
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No-Bake Nutella M&M Oatmeal Balls
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 24
- Category: Dessert
Description
No-Bake Nutella M&M Oatmeal Balls are an irresistible sweet treat you can make in a matter of minutes! Bite-sized balls of Nutella love that are loaded with oats and mini M&M’s. Yum!
Ingredients
- 2 and 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini M&M candies
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the oats, Nutella, honey and vanilla until well combined. Stir in the M&M candies.
- Roll dough into 2-tablespoon sized smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or enjoy right away.
- Once the balls have set, transfer them to an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator.
Could I turn these into lactation bites by adding brewers yeast and flax seed?? If you think I could do you have any suggestions on how much more wet ingredients to add?
Hi Jessica! That’s a great idea! I would recommend following the base of my no-bake lactation bites recipe: https://thebakermama.com/recipes/no-bake-lactation-bites/ and substitute 1/2 cup of the oatmeal with 1/2 cup flax seed and then add in the brewers yeast. They should turn out and taste great! Enjoy!
There is a warning on all oatmeal sold in Canada which states that it is not safe to be consumed uncooked. I believe this is due to a salmonella risk. How do you suggest we do in this case?
Hi Greg! That’s very interesting. Here in the US, most oats (like rolled oats and instant oats) have been pre-steamed and heated to destroy potentially harmful pathogens, making them safe to eat raw. Less processed varieties, such as steel-cut oats, don’t undergo a steaming process and could, therefore, carry risky germs. That said, most people don’t eat raw steel-cut oats anyway. Certainly follow the recommendations stated on the package so you don’t risk getting sick. Thanks for sharing!
Do you need to cook the oatmeal?
Hi! No, no need to cook the oatmeal. Enjoy!
These nutella oatmeal balls look so delicious!! Damn! I’m gonna have to make some for myself! Lol =)
You’re sure to love them, Diana! Enjoy!