Easy No Bake Chocolate Chip Energy Bites (Print)
Bite-sized treats packed with oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips for a healthy, portable snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
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, dairy-free if desired
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
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, combine oats, ground flaxseed, chocolate chips, and coconut.
02 - Add peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the bowl.
03 - Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined and sticky.
04 - Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up, which helps with shaping.
05 - Using clean hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
06 - Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- They come together in under ten minutes with zero cooking required
- Perfectly portable snacks that satisfy both hunger and chocolate cravings simultaneously
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- The mixture should stick together easily when pressed between your fingers
- Chilling the mixture first prevents them from falling apart while rolling
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- Use certified gluten-free oats if that matters for your dietary needs
- Dairy-free chocolate chips work beautifully without sacrificing taste or texture