Description
These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Energy Bites are a nutrient-dense snack, offering protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you full and energized. These no-bake bites are ready in minutes, perfect for quick prep and easy snacking.
Ingredients
Rolled oats: 1 cup (certified gluten-free if needed)
Natural creamy peanut butter: ½ cup (no added sugar or oil)
Pure maple syrup or honey: ¼ cup
Ground flaxseed: ¼ cup
Mini chocolate chips: 2 tablespoons (optional, or use vegan chips)
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon: ¼ teaspoon (optional, for warmth)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix well.
2. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and maple syrup. Microwave for 15–20 seconds to soften, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a spatula until a sticky dough forms.
4. Fold in mini chocolate chips, if using.
5. Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes to make it easier to roll.
6. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into 12–14 one-inch balls with your hands. If sticky, lightly wet your hands to ease rolling.
7. Place balls on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set or freeze for 15 minutes for faster results.
8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, No-Bake, Healthy
- Method: Mixing, Rolling, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: ~100 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: N/A