No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites (Printable)

Chewy oat and peanut butter bites with chocolate chips—ready in 15 minutes, no baking required.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

→ Add-Ins

04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed or chia seeds, and salt.
02 - Add the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the bowl.
03 - Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and a sticky dough forms.
04 - Fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
05 - Using a tablespoon or small scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
06 - Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray, ensuring they are not touching.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in literally 15 minutes with zero baking required
  • Perfect for meal prep Sundays and they actually stay fresh all week
02 -
  • If your mixture won't hold together, add another tablespoon of honey or peanut butter until it sticks
  • Letting them chill for the full 30 minutes makes a huge difference in texture
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent sticking
  • Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes before rolling if it feels too dry, the oats will absorb moisture

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