Peanut Butter Energy Bites

caitlinbrae — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 20:28:04 +0000

Peanut butter energy bites make the best grab and go snack! They are loaded with oats, flax seed meal, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla. Also, did I mention they require zero baking? Keep reading to find out why you’ll love this recipe so much!

Peanut butter energy bites

If you’re anything like me and love having easy snacks on hand, then look no further! These tasty no bake peanut butter balls make the perfect grab and go snack, afternoon pick me up, or can even be enjoyed after a workout. If you have quick oats, peanut butter, flaxseed meal, pure maple syrup, chocolate chips and vanilla extract, you’re good to go! This recipe takes five minutes to make and can be stored in the fridge all week long.

Why you’ll love these peanut butter energy bites

Here are a few reasons why you’ll love these healthy peanut butter balls.

They are made with just six ingredients!

Peanut butter oatmeal balls make the perfect snack.

They are made with wholesome ingredients like oats and flax seed meal.

Healthy peanut butter balls are gluten free by using gluten free oats.

You can take these fun treats on the go.

Ingredients in peanut butter energy balls

Below are the six ingredients we are working with!

Quick oats are just another form of oatmeal. They go through further processing to be cut down in size. This makes them smaller and easier to cook! They work best in this recipe because they blend nicely with the peanut butter.

Natural creamy peanut butter is a must! Make sure to give your peanut butter a good stir as natural nut butter can be very oily.

Flax seed meal is a great addition because it adds so much nutrition and you don’t even taste it.

Pure maple syrup to sweeten things up. Pure maple syrup is a great all natural, non processed sweetener. Feel free to use honey instead!

Mini chocolate chips to top things off! Mini chocolate chips blend very easily. Feel free to use regular chocolate chips but please note it may be a little more difficult to roll the mixture into a ball.

Vanilla extract to enhance all the flavors. We will be adding just a splash! Feel free to omit if you don’t have any on hand.

How to make

I have outlined three easy steps on how to make these peanut butter oatmeal balls below!

STEP 1

Grab a medium to large bowl and add the oats, peanut butter, flax seed meal, maple syrup, mini chocolate chips, and vanilla extract.

STEP 2

Using a firm spatula or a spoon, mix until all the ingredients are well combined and a ‘dough-like’ mixture has formed.

STEP 3

Now using a spoon or your hands, grab a tablespoon size of the oat mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until the oat mixture is gone. Recipe should make around 15 peanut butter oatmeal balls. Enjoy!

What makes these peanut butter energy bites healthy

You can consider this tasty treat on the nutritious side as it is loaded with wholesome ingredients. Let’s take a few minutes to break down some of the ingredients below.

Oats are 100% whole grains! They are a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.

Natural creamy peanut butter is made with just one ingredients: peanuts! And sometimes salt. Some brands of peanut butter can be loaded with chemicals and preservatives so that’s why natural peanut butter is best. Along with being absolutely delicious and a crowd favorite, peanut butter is loaded with natural healthy fats and protein!

Flaxseed meal is packed with fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients. Flax can also help with ones digestive health.

How to store

Prepare the peanut butter balls according to the instructions and store them in an airtight container. Store them in the fridge for up to a week. Since they last for the whole week, make a batch on Sunday and enjoy them for an easy snack all week long.

Recipe substitutes

What’s great about this recipe is that it requires minimal ingredients and a few simple steps. Also, they are super versatile! If you don’t have chocolate chips, no problem! Use can use raisins or chopped nuts instead. If you love cashew butter use that instead of peanut butter. The list goes on! Here are a few other substitute ideas below.

Nut butter. Feel free to use any nut butter of your choice. Almond butter, sunflower seed butter, cashew butter, etc are all great choices. But please note that using different nut butters will change the flavor profile.

Maple syrup. Instead of pure maple syrup, feel free to use honey.

Chocolate chips. If chocolate isn’t your thing, feel free to omit them all together. You can also add raisins or chopped nuts as they are both great add in options.

Other recipes you’ll love

Below are a few other no bake recipes you’ll love.

Power Balls (Easy, Gluten Free, No Bake)

No Bake Power Bars

Healthy Cookie Dough Balls

Healthy Granola Bar Recipe

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