Chocolate Pistachio No-Bake Energy Bites

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Rich chocolate and crunchy pistachios combine in these no-bake energy bites perfect for a quick snack boost. This American-inspired recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, turns rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 16, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 16 American cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey, 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a sticky dough.
  2. Step 2: Fold in 1/3 cup chopped pistachios and 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp sea salt over the mixture and mix gently.
  4. Step 4: Using a tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate the energy bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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