Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites: Perfect 5-Minute Snack
These easy no-bake peanut butter oat energy bites are the perfect 5-minute snack. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re naturally gluten-free, kid-approved, and ideal for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup (110g) honey
- ¼ cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the center of the oat mixture. Stir until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms. If too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or splash of milk; if too wet, add a tablespoon of oats.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes (optional but recommended for easier rolling).
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop portions of dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Lightly dampen hands with water if mixture sticks.
- Place the rolled bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
For best texture, chill for at least 30 minutes. Use fresh, well-stirred peanut butter. Wet hands help prevent sticking when rolling. Bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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