Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites (5-Minute Recipe)
These no-bake energy bites are a quick, healthy snack made with simple ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and honey. Ready in just 5 minutes, they are perfect for meal prep and customizable with your favorite mix-ins.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 18-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats, ¼ cup of mini chocolate chips, and ¼ cup of ground flaxseed. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the wet ingredients: Spoon in ½ cup of creamy peanut butter, ⅓ cup of honey, ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Mix until combined: Use a rubber spatula to stir everything together. The mixture will look dry at first, then come together into a cohesive, slightly sticky dough (about 30-45 seconds).
- Chill the dough (optional but helpful): Refrigerate the bowl for 15-20 minutes to make rolling easier.
- Roll into balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll between your palms to form a smooth ball. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Repeat until all mixture is used (about 18-20 bites).
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the rolled bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store and enjoy: Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
For best texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not quick-cooking. If dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or milk. If too sticky, add a tablespoon of oats. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking when rolling. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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