Nutty Delight Peanut Butter Energy Bites Recipe
These homemade peanut butter energy balls are a nutritious and delicious snack, perfect for a quick energy boost. Packed with oats, peanut butter, and optional chocolate chips or dried fruit, they are easy to make and store.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup creamy natural peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- a pinch sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- If the mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or honey until sticky.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips or dried fruit evenly.
- Scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball.
- Continue until all the mixture is formed into balls.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.