Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
Quick and easy no-bake energy bites combining peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips for a healthy, protein-packed snack perfect for busy days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (135g)
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (90g)
- ¼ cup honey (85g)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: 1 ½ cups rolled oats, ½ cup peanut butter, ½ cup mini chocolate chips, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, salt, and mini chocolate chips. Stir gently until evenly combined. Adjust moisture by adding a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry, or more oats if too wet.
- Using your hands or a tablespoon measure, scoop and roll the mixture into 1 inch (2.5 cm) diameter bite-sized balls.
- Place the bites on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper, ensuring they do not touch.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up the bites.
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter for better texture and flavor. Chill bites properly to prevent them from falling apart. Wet hands slightly when rolling to avoid stickiness. Adjust sweetness by tasting mixture before rolling. Optional: use a cookie scoop for uniform size. Substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan version. Gluten-free oats can be used for gluten-free diet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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