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Energy-dense snack with fiber and healthy fats
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Peanut butter oat ball (30 g) has 141 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.5 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
141
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
12.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 13% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 141 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 212 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 60 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 353 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 90 g | 423 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 564 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 658 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Peanut butter oat balls usually contain oats, peanut butter, and a sticky ingredient such as honey or syrup. Recipes may also add dried fruit, seeds, cocoa, or chocolate, so check the specific recipe for its ingredients.
You can make peanut butter oat balls without baking by stirring the ingredients together, shaping the mixture, and chilling the balls until firm. If the mixture will not hold its shape, adjust the balance of oats and peanut butter before chilling.
Peanut butter oat balls are usually crumbly when there is not enough moisture or sticky binder to hold the oats together. Mix in a little more peanut butter or honey, then chill the shaped balls so they firm up.
Yes, quick oats work in peanut butter oat balls, but they make a softer, less textured mixture than rolled oats. If the mixture feels too loose, add a little more oats; if it seems dry, add more peanut butter.
Peanut butter oat balls generally keep for several days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Their shelf life depends on the ingredients and handling, so discard them if you notice mold, an off smell, or an unusual texture.
Yes, peanut butter oat balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container and thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
You can replace honey in peanut butter oat balls with date paste or another syrup that helps bind the mixture. Add it gradually, since different substitutes change the moisture and sweetness, and adjust with oats if the mixture becomes too soft.
Peanut butter oat balls can be a convenient snack before a workout because they provide carbohydrates and fats. Their dense texture may feel heavy close to exercise, so allow time to digest them and choose a portion that feels comfortable.
Yes, refrigerating peanut butter oat balls is the safest practical choice, especially when the recipe includes ingredients that spoil easily. Keep them in a covered container; chilling also helps no-bake balls stay firm.
People with diabetes may be able to include peanut butter oat balls, but the oats and any honey, syrup, or dried fruit can affect blood glucose. Check how the specific recipe fits your meal plan, and ask your diabetes care team if you need individual guidance.
Vitamins
B3
1.53mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.54mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
44mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 141 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A peanut butter oat ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made by combining oats with peanut butter. Recipes often add a little honey or another binder, and may include dried fruit or seeds. The mixture is shaped into bite-sized rounds, making these a familiar homemade option alongside packaged snack bars and energy bites.
Chewy oats balance the rich, roasted flavour of peanut butter. They’re handy between meals, packed for a commute or hike, or served with coffee or tea; one medium ball is typically about 30 g. With fibre and healthy fats, they’re filling but energy-dense, so a single ball can be a practical portion. Choose a lightly sweetened recipe if you want to keep the added sweetness down.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 102:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (102:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.