In a large bowl combine the oats, coconut, flax, mini chocolate chips, if using.
In a small bowl, whisk together the almond butter or peanut butter, honey, and extract.
Pour the almond butter or peanut butter mixture into the oat mixture and stir to thoroughly combine. Cover and allow to chill in the refrigerator for half an hour.
Once it’s chilled, use a cookie scoop or spoon to scoop the mixture and roll into balls. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 1 week.