No-Bake Energy Bites: The Easiest 10-Minute Snack
No-Bake Energy Bites are my ultimate solution for those afternoons when your energy crashes but dinner feels light-years away. I found myself constantly reaching for a less-than-healthy fix, so I created this recipe for my pantry. These little bites have become my secret weapon for a quick, satisfying pick-me-up that feels like a treat but fuels me right.
No-Bake Energy Bites: The Easiest 10-Minute Snack
Course: SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking timeminutes
Calories
300
kcalTotal time
10
minutesIngredients
1 – cup – old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 – cup – creamy peanut butter
1/3 – cup – honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
1/4 – cup – ground flax seed
1/4 – cup – mini chocolate chips
1 – tablespoon – chia seeds
1 – teaspoon – vanilla extract
1 – pinch – salt
Directions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all ingredients: the old-fashioned oats, creamy peanut butter, honey, ground flax seed, mini chocolate chips, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir everything together until a thick, uniform dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry, add a teaspoon more of peanut butter or honey. If it seems too wet, add a tablespoon more of oats.
- Cover the bowl and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This crucial step makes the dough less sticky and much easier to roll.
- Once chilled, remove the dough from the fridge. Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll it into 1-inch balls.
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Mix-In Magic: Feel free to get creative with your add-ins! Swap the chocolate chips for dried cranberries, chopped nuts, or even coconut flakes.
Sticky Situation: If the dough is sticking to your hands while rolling, lightly dampen your palms with water. This creates a non-stick barrier without adding anything to the recipe.
For a Nut-Free Version: Simply replace the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter. It works just as well and gives a similar delicious flavor.
The Chill is Key: Don’t skip the chilling step! It makes the rolling process so much cleaner and helps the bites hold their perfect round shape.
