No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites (Printable version)

Chewy oat and peanut butter bites studded with chocolate chips. Ready in 15 minutes, no baking needed.

# Ingredient list:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

→ Add-Ins

04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, and salt.
02 - Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the bowl.
03 - Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and a sticky dough forms.
04 - Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
05 - Using a tablespoon or small scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
06 - Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray, ensuring they are not touching.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No oven required and they come together in literally fifteen minutes
  • My kids actually think they're eating cookie dough for snack time
02 -
  • If your dough feels too dry add another teaspoon of honey or peanut butter
  • Warm hands make rolling easier but keep a bowl of cold water nearby to dip your fingers
03 -
  • Double the batch because they disappear faster than expected
  • Set a timer while mixing because overthinking the dough texture is real

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