Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bites are a quick, healthy snack made with oats, peanut butter, and honey. Ready in 5 minutes, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, busy mornings, or a 3 PM energy boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour (including chill and set time)
- Yield: 18-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup (110g) honey
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ⅓ cup honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the bowl. Do not mix yet.
- Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula for 30-45 seconds until the mixture is thick, slightly sticky, and holds together when pressed. If too dry, add 1 teaspoon more honey; if too wet, add 1 tablespoon more oats.
- Fold in ¼ cup mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Optional: Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture and roll into smooth balls (about 18-20 balls). Lightly wet hands with cold water if sticky.
- Place the rolled bites on the prepared sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
For best texture, chill the mixture before rolling. If using natural peanut butter that separates, stir well before measuring. For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter (note: it may turn greenish over time, which is safe). These bites freeze well; thaw at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110120
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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