Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Energy Bites Recipe
Try these Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Energy Bites.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats.
- 1 cup of creamy natural peanut butter.
- 1/2 cup of honey or maple syrup.
- 1/2 cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- 1/4 cup of ground flaxseeds or chia seeds optional.
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- A pinch of sea salt.
Instructions
Prep the Bowl
- Place the rolled oats, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt in your large mixing bowl.
Add the Liquids
- Pour in the creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir everything together.
Fold in Chocolate
- Add the mini chocolate chips to the mixture. Stir until they are evenly spread.
Chill the Mix
- Place the bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes. This makes the dough much easier to roll.
Scoop the Dough
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to take about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time.
Roll into Balls
- Roll the mixture between your palms to form a smooth ball about one inch wide.
Arrange the Bites
- Place the finished energy bites on a plate or in a container lined with parchment paper.
Set and Store
- Keep the bites in the fridge for an hour to firm up. Enjoy them cold for the best texture.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats. They provide a much heartier and chewier texture than quick oats.
- Warm the honey. If your honey is very thick, microwave it for 10 seconds so it mixes easily.
- Wet your hands. If the dough sticks to your palms, a little water helps you roll smooth balls.
- Add extra crunch. Stirring in some chopped peanuts or sunflower seeds adds a great texture.
- Check the stickiness. If the mix is too dry, add a splash of water; if too wet, add more oats.
- Use mini chips. Small chocolate chips stay inside the balls better than large chunks.