Energy Bites Recipe (Oat Energy Balls) Recipe
Delicious and nutritious no-bake energy bites made with oats, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick snack or on-the-go energy boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ⅔ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup sliced almonds
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well blended to create a cohesive base.
- Add dry ingredients: Add the old fashioned oats, shredded coconut, ground flaxseed, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and sliced almonds to the wet mixture. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 1-2 hours. This step firms up the mixture, making it easier to handle and shape.
- Shape energy bites: Once chilled, remove the mixture from the refrigerator and roll it into 1-inch balls using your hands. Ensure the balls are compact and hold together well.
- Serve or store: Serve the energy bites immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- You can replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
- Store energy bites in the freezer for longer shelf life; thaw slightly before eating.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor if desired.
- Rolling the mixture with slightly damp hands can help prevent sticking.
