Easy No Bake Chocolate Chip Energy Bites (Printable)

Quick 10-minute bites loaded with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips for healthy snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup

→ Add-Ins

04 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
06 - 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
07 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine oats, ground flaxseed, chocolate chips, and coconut (if using).
02 - Add peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the bowl.
03 - Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined and sticky throughout.
04 - Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to firm up, which helps with shaping.
05 - Using clean hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
06 - Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under 10 minutes with zero baking required
  • The combination of sweet honey, salty peanut butter, and chocolate chips hits every craving
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry to roll, add another teaspoon of honey or a tiny splash of water
  • Chilling the dough first prevents the mixture from sticking to your hands endlessly
03 -
  • Lightly wet your hands with water before rolling to prevent sticking
  • Let the bites sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating if stored in the fridge

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