Energy Bites Recipe (Oat Energy Balls) Recipe
These Energy Bites are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with oats, peanut butter, flaxseed, and chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they combine wholesome ingredients with a touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 20 energy bites 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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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
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth and well-integrated mixture.
- Add dry ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the old fashioned oats, shredded coconut, ground flaxseed, mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, and sliced almonds. Stir everything together until all the ingredients are evenly combined, forming a cohesive mixture.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. This chilling step allows the mixture to firm up, making it easier to form into balls.
- Form into balls: After chilling, remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they hold their shape well.
- Serve or store: Serve the energy bites immediately for a fresh, tasty snack, or store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute the honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- For added texture, try mixing in chia seeds or dried fruit.
- Make sure to chill the mixture well before rolling to prevent sticking.
- These bites can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or chocolate chips.
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