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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites

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These no-bake peanut butter oat energy bites are a quick, healthy, and kid-approved snack perfect for school days and busy afternoons. They combine creamy peanut butter, oats, honey, and a hint of cinnamon for a satisfying and wholesome treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
  • ½ cup (125g) creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar or oils)
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey (raw or clover honey)
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (2.6g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (40g) mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. If desired, pulse the rolled oats in a food processor or blender for 5-6 quick pulses to achieve a coarser flour texture, not powder.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously until smooth and well blended, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add oats, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until the mixture is thick and sticky. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  4. Check the texture by pressing the mixture together. If crumbly, add honey or peanut butter teaspoon by teaspoon. If too wet, add oats tablespoon by tablespoon.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls using your hands or a small cookie scoop, yielding about 16-18 bites.
  6. Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Store the chilled bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter and stir well before measuring to avoid oily or dry bites. Pulse oats lightly for a finer texture but avoid over-processing to prevent gummy bites. Chill bites for at least 30 minutes to help them hold shape; freezing for 10-15 minutes is a quick alternative. Adjust sweetness and moisture by adding honey or oats as needed. Variations include using almond or cashew butter, adding shredded coconut, or swapping cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice.

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