Instant Oatmeal Energy Bites with Peanut Butter and Chia Seeds

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No-bake, quick-to-make energy bites packed with rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and chia seeds — perfect for a nutritious snack on the go. This American-inspired Instant Pot recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, combines rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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 12 American cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey, 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips, and 1/4 tsp sea salt.
  2. Step 2: Stir the mixture vigorously with a spatula or wooden spoon until all ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
  3. Step 3: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Step 4: 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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