Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites are a perfect mix of chewy oats and creamy peanut butter, ideal for a quick snack that’s both indulgent and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- Optional: 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey until smooth and slightly glossy.
- Add in the vanilla extract and sea salt, mixing until everything smells warm and inviting.
- Stir in the oats, chia seeds, and flaxseed meal until evenly combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips and any optional add-ins like coconut or chopped nuts.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, press and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place the finished bites on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment and transfer to the refrigerator to firm up for at least 15 minutes.
- Enjoy right away, or pack them into an airtight container for snacks throughout the week.
Notes
These bites can be customized with various mix-ins and are perfect for storing in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, energy bites, snack, healthy