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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites: Best 10-Minute Recipe

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These Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites are proof that simple doesn’t mean boring. With just a handful of ingredients and ten minutes of your time, you can have a batch of snacks that are delicious, nutritious, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) honey
  • 1/3 cup (60g) mini chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients. In your large mixing bowl, add the 2 cups of rolled oats, the 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed, and the pinch of salt if you’re using it. Give them a quick stir to distribute everything evenly.
  2. Add the wet ingredients. Pour in the 1 cup of peanut butter, the 1/2 cup of honey, and the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Don’t dump them all in one spot—try to distribute them a bit so mixing is easier.
  3. Mix until combined. Start stirring with your wooden spoon or spatula. Keep going until the mixture holds together when pressed between your fingers, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the chocolate chips. Fold in the 1/3 cup of mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  5. Let the mixture rest (crucial step!). Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes before rolling to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften slightly.
  6. Roll into balls. Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. You should get about 20-24 bites.
  7. Place on parchment paper. As you roll each ball, place it on the parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
  8. Chill for 15-30 minutes. Pop the tray in the refrigerator to let them firm up. This step is optional but recommended.
  9. Transfer to storage container. Once they’re firm, move them to an airtight container.

Notes

Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes before rolling to achieve the perfect texture. If the mixture is too sticky, lightly wet your hands with water. If too dry, add a tablespoon of honey or peanut butter. These bites taste even better after a day or two in the fridge as flavors meld together.

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