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No Bake Oatmeal Energy Bites

This simple, no-bake recipe creates delicious and wholesome oatmeal energy bites. Combining oats, peanut butter, honey, coconut, flaxseed, and chocolate chips, these bites are a perfect quick snack or breakfast option, offering a boost of energy without any cooking required. They are easy to prepare and customize.
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Servings: 10 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 2798.3
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • * 1 cup oatmeal
  • * 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • * 1/3 cup honey
  • * 1 cup coconut flake
  • * 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • * 1/2 cup mini chocolate chip
  • * 1 tsp vanilla
  • * optional: add dried fruit such a cranberry blueberry etc ..

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Measuring Cups
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Rubber Spatula or Sturdy Spoon For thorough mixing
  • 1 Sheet Pan or Plate For chilling

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and necessary equipment, ensuring everything is pre-measured for efficiency.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the wet ingredients: peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir the wet ingredients thoroughly with a rubber spatula or sturdy spoon until they are well combined and smooth.
  4. Add all the dry ingredients to the bowl: oatmeal, coconut flakes, ground flaxseed, and mini chocolate chips.
  5. If desired, incorporate optional dried fruits such as cranberries or blueberries at this stage.
  6. Mix all ingredients together vigorously until everything is evenly distributed and the mixture holds together when pressed.
  7. Using a small scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into uniform, bite-sized balls, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  8. Place the formed energy bites onto a parchment-lined sheet pan or plate, ensuring they are not touching.
  9. Transfer the sheet pan to the refrigerator and chill the energy bites for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
  10. Once firm, store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.

Notes

Achieving the right consistency is key for these no-bake bites; if too sticky, add a touch more oats or flaxseed. If too dry, a bit more honey or peanut butter can help bind. For optimal flavor and texture, use natural, unsweetened peanut butter and fresh ground flaxseed. Don't be shy about customizing with other add-ins like chia seeds, chopped nuts, or different dried fruits. Chilling is crucial for firming up the bites, making them easier to handle and preventing them from falling apart. Store them in the refrigerator for extended freshness and a better texture.