No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bites (Printable Version)

Wholesome peanut butter and oat bites with chocolate, ready in minutes and perfect for snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Base

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

→ Mix-ins

04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, optional
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, optional

# How To Make:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, and honey or maple syrup. Mix until well blended.
02 - Add chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, and shredded coconut if using. Stir until evenly incorporated.
03 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up for easier rolling.
04 - Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
05 - Place the bites on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Chill for another 10 minutes before serving if desired.
06 - Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • You can make a batch in less time than it takes to scroll through your phone, zero oven required.
  • They taste indulgent enough to feel like a treat but wholesome enough that you won't feel guilty reaching for a third one.
  • Perfect for meal prep, road trips, or that moment when you need something substantial without actually cooking.
02 -
  • Skipping the first refrigeration is tempting but will leave you with a sticky, frustrating rolling situation that makes you question your life choices.
  • The mixture firms up better if your peanut butter is at room temperature when you start, which sounds counterintuitive but absolutely matters.
03 -
  • Lightly dampen your hands with water before rolling to prevent sticking without making the mixture wet.
  • If your mix-ins keep sinking, let the base mixture set for five minutes before stirring them in so they stay suspended throughout.
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