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Peanut Butter Energy Bites

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Quick and easy no-bake peanut butter energy bites packed with protein and fiber, perfect for busy weeknights and late-night study sessions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (250g) natural peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • 1½ cups (135g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • ¼ cup (25g) ground flaxseed (or chia seeds)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • Optional mix-ins:
  • ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup (30g) chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, toasted)
  • ¼ cup (40g) dried cranberries or raisins (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
  • ¼ cup (20g) unsweetened shredded coconut (toasted optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together peanut butter and honey until smooth. Add vanilla extract and salt, then mix in ground flaxseed and oats. Adjust texture by adding more honey or oats if needed.
  3. Fold in any desired mix-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, or coconut.
  4. Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of mixture and roll into balls. Wet hands or coat with coconut oil if mixture is sticky. Place bites on the lined baking sheet.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 15 minutes.
  6. Enjoy as a quick snack anytime.

Notes

If mixture is too sticky to roll, wet or grease hands with coconut oil. If too crumbly, add more honey or peanut butter. Toss mix-ins with oats before folding in to prevent sinking. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 3 months. Chill step is important for texture.

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