Peanut Butter Energy Bites
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Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Description
The Peanut Butter Energy Bites recipe blends creamy peanut butter with rolled oats, honey, and ground flaxseed to create a nutritious and chewy base. Mini chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla add bursts of sweetness. Chilling the mixture before rolling helps firmness, while rolling the bites in extra oats and chocolate chips provides contrast in texture. These no-bake bites do not require cooking, making preparation straightforward. They can be stored in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to a week to maintain freshness and texture.
With a balanced combination of ingredients, these energy bites offer a satisfying snack that's easy to portion and take on the go. The inclusion of ground flaxseed adds fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, while honey acts as a binder and natural sweetener. The recipe's method avoids heating, preserving the flavors and nutrients of the raw components.
Variations such as rolling the bites in shredded coconut can add a tropical note and additional texture. The recipe accommodates ingredients like quick oats for a smoother texture or additional mix-ins to tweak flavor and mouthfeel.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup peanut butter creamy
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats plus extra for rolling, or quick oats (for smoother texture
- 1 ½ TBSP honey
- ⅛ tsp vanilla
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips plus extra for rolling
- ¼-⅓ cup Flax Seed ground
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well-combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Next roll into approximately 12 bite-sized balls. To prevent sticking and help with the rolling process, cover hands with a little coconut oil or avocado oil first. Squeezing the mixture before rolling is also helpful.
- Sprinkle some oats and chocolate chips on a cutting board roll the balls in the mixture. Finish off by rolling again to help the extra toppings set.
- Store PB bites in a lidded container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- Rolling the bites in shredded coconut adds a tropical flavor variation.
- Use quick oats instead of rolled oats for a smoother texture if preferred.
- Coating your hands lightly with coconut or avocado oil helps prevent sticking when rolling the bites.
- Store these energy bites in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12energy balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 66mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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