Description
Quick and nutritious no-bake energy bites made with oats, peanut butter, and honey, perfect for lunchboxes and snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup toasted shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Toast the coconut until lightly golden and let it cool.
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Roll the mixture into one-inch balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients based on dietary needs, like using maple syrup for a vegan version or sunflower seed butter for nut-free bites.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American