Easy No-Bake Energy Bite Cookies Recipe Perfect for Healthy Snacks
These easy no-bake energy bite cookies with chocolate chips are quick to prepare, wholesome, and perfect for a healthy snack anytime. They combine chewy oats, nut butter, honey, and chocolate chips for a satisfying and guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135 grams)
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter (125 grams), room temperature
- 1/3 cup honey (113 grams)
- 1/3 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (60 grams)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (14 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Optional: 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and measure everything precisely (about 5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey first. Stir until smooth and well blended (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt to the peanut butter-honey mixture.
- Add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and any optional ingredients like chia seeds or shredded coconut. Mix gently but thoroughly (2-3 minutes).
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips carefully to keep them intact.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into small, firm balls about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. If too crumbly, add a bit more honey or nut butter.
- Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, transfer the bites to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Keep nut butter soft at room temperature for easier mixing. Chill bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up; overnight chilling enhances flavor. Use mini chocolate chips for better texture. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup. Freezing bites before rolling can help if mixture is too sticky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximatel
- Calories: 90100
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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