Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bites are quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, oats, and chocolate chips. Perfect for meal prep, they offer a fudgy texture and are endlessly customizable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16-18 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats (90g)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (130g)
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (110g)
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (45g)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (14g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add 1 cup rolled oats, ¼ cup chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and ¼ teaspoon salt to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is uniform and no dry patches remain.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture.
- Using your hands, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Repeat to make 16-18 bites.
- Place the rolled bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes before rolling to improve texture. If mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of honey or a splash of milk. If too sticky, add a tablespoon more oats. Wet your hands lightly to prevent sticking. For best results, chill for 1-2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120140
- Sugar: 810
- Sodium: 6080
- Fat: 68
- Saturated Fat: 1.52
- Carbohydrates: 1416
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 45
Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter, energy bites, protein, snack, meal prep, gluten-free, vegan option