Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites (Print Version)

Quick no-bake energy bites combining chocolate, peanut butter and oats for a nutritious on-the-go snack or post-workout treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
04 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, chia seeds, and shredded coconut (if using).
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
03 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir well with a spatula until fully combined.
04 - Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
05 - Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
06 - Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • These little powerhouses keep me going through afternoon slumps when coffee just isnt cutting it anymore.
  • Theyre endlessly customizable with whatever seeds nuts or sweeteners you already have in your pantry.
02 -
  • If your mixture is too sticky to roll, add a tablespoon more oats or chill longer rather than immediately assuming something went wrong.
  • Room temperature peanut butter blends much more easily than cold peanut butter straight from the fridge.
03 -
  • Use a melon baller or small cookie scoop for perfectly uniform bites that look impressive when served to guests.
  • The mixture can be pressed into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan, chilled, and cut into bars if rolling balls seems too time-consuming.

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