No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites with Chocolate Chips

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Chewy, protein-packed peanut butter energy bites studded with mini chocolate chips – a perfect no-bake snack for kids and adults alike. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, turns rolled oats, creamy 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 150 calories and feeds 6, 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 6 American cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/3 cup honey, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, 2 tbsp ground flaxseed, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Stir mixture with a sturdy spoon until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture sticks together.
  3. Step 3: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, making about 18-20 bites.
  4. Step 4: Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
  5. Step 5: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for a quick grab-and-go snack.

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