No Bake Energy Bites Recipe
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No Bake Energy Bites Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by grinding rolled oats and mini semi-sweet chocolate chips into a powder using a food processor or blender. The ground oats mix with ground flax seeds, providing a hearty base with added fiber and nutrition. Creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract are folded in, followed by warmed honey to bind the mixture smoothly.
After mixing, the dough is chilled for at least 10 minutes to firm up. Hands shape the mixture into 1-inch balls that can be eaten immediately or stored in the freezer for long-term use. The bites offer a balance of sweetness from honey and chocolate with the earthiness of flax and oats, along with protein and healthy fats from peanut butter.
These energy bites serve as a convenient snack to curb hunger between meals and are well-suited for on-the-go eating. They can be kept at room temperature for a day or two if stored with parchment between layers, refrigerated for up to two weeks, or frozen for up to three months. Thaw before consuming if frozen.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup chocolate chips mini, semi-sweet
- ½ cup Flax Seed ground
- ½ cup peanut butter crunchy or creamy, creamy
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- With a food processor or blender, grind up oatmeal and chocolate chips into a powder.
- In a bowl, mix the ground oats and flax seeds well. Add peanut butter (creamy or chunky) and vanilla.
- Heat your honey for about 10 sec to thin it out, then add to the bowl. Stir until well combined. Let set in the fridge for at least 10 minutes.
- Using your hands, round out to 1-inch bites. Put in the freezer to enjoy later!
Notes
- Maintain the ratio of binding ingredients (peanut butter and honey) to prevent crumbly texture.
- Store energy bites in an airtight container with layers separated by parchment or wax paper at room temperature for 1-2 days, refrigerated for 1-2 weeks, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Let frozen bites thaw before eating to enjoy optimal texture.
- Mix-ins like dried fruits, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, protein powder, or spices can be added, keeping ratios consistent for texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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