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Chocolate peanut butter energy bites stacked on a small wooden plate, visible oats and chocolate chips, a few bites cut in half showing texture inside, clean bright kitchen background
Sarah Mitchell

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites

These energy bites are the snack I always have in my fridge. They taste like a peanut butter cup had a baby with an oatmeal cookie, but they're actually packed with good stuff — oats, flaxseed, and honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix until everything is evenly distributed.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes — this makes the mixture easier to roll.
  3. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into balls between your palms.
  4. Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
  6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

If the mixture is too sticky to roll, wet your hands slightly or chill it for an additional 15 minutes. If it's too dry and crumbly, add a tablespoon more honey or peanut butter. You can swap peanut butter for almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version. These also freeze well for up to 3 months.