Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Name: Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy); 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option); 1/4 cup ground flaxseed; 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/8 tsp salt; 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional); 1/3 cup dried cranberries (optional), finely chopped

No-bake energy bites packed with oats, peanut butter, honey, and mini chocolate chips. These protein-rich, portable snacks are perfect for a quick breakfast, pre-workout fuel, or afternoon pick-me-up.

15 minEasyServes 24110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy)
1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp salt
2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
1/3 cup dried cranberries (optional), finely chopped

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free), 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp salt. If using, add 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional) and 1/3 cup finely chopped dried cranberries (optional).
2

Add 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy), 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option), and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the bowl with the dry ingredients.
3

Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky but hold together when pressed.
4

If the mixture is too sticky, add a bit more oats. If it's too dry, add a little more peanut butter or honey.
5

Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to chill. This will make the mixture easier to roll.
6

Once chilled, remove from refrigerator and roll into balls approximately 1-inch in diameter (about 1 tablespoon of mixture per ball).
7

Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
8

For grab-and-go convenience, individually wrap each bite in wax paper or parchment paper.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Peanut Butter Energy Bites?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 30 minutes. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What can I use instead of maple syrup in Peanut Butter Energy Bites?

The entry for Peanut Butter Energy Bites calls for 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option). In its place: Honey, measure for measure, or brown sugar dissolved in a little warm water.

Can I make Peanut Butter Energy Bites gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Peanut Butter Energy Bites is 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats. Swap the oats for certified gluten-free oats. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Peanut Butter Energy Bites contain peanuts?

Yes: 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy). The full allergen list for this entry is peanuts. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Energy Bites?

One serving (the recipe makes 24) is about 110 calories, with 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 50 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I start Peanut Butter Energy Bites the day before?

Yes. Step 5 is a built-in pause of 30 minutes: "Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to chill." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 6 when you are ready to finish.

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