No Bake Chocolate Chip Energy Bites (Print Page)

Quick, wholesome bites combining oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips for a satisfying portable snack.

# What You Need:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup

→ Add-Ins

04 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
06 - 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix together oats, ground flaxseed, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour in peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the dry mixture.
03 - Stir all ingredients until completely combined and the mixture holds together when pressed, becoming sticky and cohesive.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes to firm slightly, making it easier to shape into uniform balls.
05 - Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, applying gentle pressure to hold shape.
06 - Place energy bites in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in literally ten minutes with zero baking required
  • The perfect balance of sweet and satisfying without any refined sugar crash
  • Customizable enough that everyone in the house can have their favorite version
02 -
  • The mixture should be sticky enough to hold together but not so wet that it coats your hands heavily
  • If your dough is too dry, add a teaspoon more honey or a splash of water
  • If it is too wet, a tablespoon more oats will fix the texture completely
03 -
  • Warm your nut butter slightly if it is too stiff to mix easily
  • Roll the balls between your palms with a gentle, circular motion
  • Add dried fruit or cinnamon for a completely different flavor profile

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