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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Bites

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Quick and easy no-bake energy bites combining oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips for a wholesome, delicious snack perfect for busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90g)
  • 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g)
  • 1/3 cup honey (113g)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (90g)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (14g) – optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients and measure out 1 cup (90g) of rolled oats into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add 1/2 cup (125g) of natural creamy peanut butter to the oats.
  3. Pour in 1/3 cup (113g) of honey. Warm honey slightly if thick for easier mixing.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons (14g) of ground flaxseed into the mixture.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  6. Stir everything together until you get a sticky, slightly crumbly mixture. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of water or extra honey if too dry, or more oats if too wet.
  7. Fold in 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips gently to avoid crushing.
  8. Form the mixture into small balls about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, yielding roughly 15-18 bites.
  9. Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  10. Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or hydrogenated oils for best flavor and texture. Chilling the bites is essential to help them hold their shape. If mixture is sticky, wet your hands slightly to roll the bites. Adjust sweetness by varying honey amount. Substitute almond or sunflower seed butter for nut allergies. Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free version. Adding protein powder is optional to boost protein content.

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