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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites with Chocolate Chips

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Quick, healthy, and satisfying no-bake peanut butter energy bites with chocolate chips that are soft, chewy, and perfect for busy days or a wholesome snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats (old-fashioned preferred)
  • ½ cup (125g) natural creamy peanut butter (unsweetened or lightly salted)
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey (can substitute maple syrup for vegan option)
  • ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients: Measure out rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, and salt if using.
  2. Mix the base: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well incorporated. Warm peanut butter slightly if too stiff.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Sprinkle in oats, ground flaxseed, and salt. Mix well until evenly combined; mixture will be thick but sticky.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips: Gently stir in mini chocolate chips without melting them.
  5. Form the bites: Roll mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 tablespoon each). Chill for 10 minutes if too sticky before rolling.
  6. Chill to set: Place bites on parchment-lined baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Enjoy or store: Eat immediately or store in airtight container in fridge up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter for better melting and flavor. Chill mixture if too sticky before rolling. Mini chocolate chips distribute better than regular size. Can toast oats lightly for extra nutty flavor. Substitute maple syrup for honey to make vegan. Add mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or protein powder for variations.

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