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    No Bake Energy Bites

    Published: Jun 2, 2019 · Modified: Nov 5, 2019 by Anna 30 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    No Bake Energy Bites - quick and easy bites packed with oats, peanut butter, flaxseed, coconut and honey. Great healthy, no-bake snack recipe!

    You may also love my Homemade Chewy Granola Bars and the Peanut Butter Overnight Oats.

    Energy balls in blue bowl.

    NO BAKE ENERGY BITES

    These little bites are my favorite solution. Knowing how much my kids love my Homemade Chewy Granola Bars, I knew that these bites would be a hit as well. They are easy to make (actually the kids can make them themselves!), don't take much space in a lunchbox and are so fun to pop in! All you need to do is mix all of the ingredients together and roll into balls. You can play with the recipe and use ingredients you like.

    How to make Energy Bites?

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together honey, peanut butter and vanilla extract. Add remaining ingredients and stir well.
    • Shape mixture into about 25 balls, using a 1 and ½ tablespoon cookie scoop. It helps to dampen hands for rolling, so the mixture won't stick.
    • Chill bites for 30 minutes or until set.
    • Keep in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    Peanut Butter Energy Bites Ingredients (your shopping list):

    • old-fashioned oats
    • unsweetened coconut
    • ground flaxseed (optional)
    • mini chocolate chips
    • peanut butter
    • honey
    • vanilla extract
    Oatmeal balls in light blue bowl.

    Energy Bites variations:

    • chocolate mint: add cocoa powder and peppermint extract to energy bites mixture.
    • white chocolate and berries: add white chocolate chips and dehydrated berries to the mixture.
    • almond: use almond butter in place of peanut butter.
    • high protein: add protein powder to the energy balls mixture.

    Are energy bites good for you?

    Energy bites are a healthy snack option because they are packed with oats, flaxseed (a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids) and nut butter (another great source of protein).

    Can you freeze energy bites?

    Yes, you can make a large batch of these peanut butter energy bites, place them in freezer bag and place in freezer for up to 3 months.

    MORE RECIPES WITH OATS:

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin Nutella Granola

    Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

    Chewy No-Bake Granola Bars

    If you make one of my recipes, share it on INSTAGRAM and tag me @crunchycreamysweet ! I would love to see what’s happening in your kitchen! See you there!

    Oatmeal energy balls in blue bowl.

    Peanut Butter Energy Bites

    Author: Anna
    A quick and easy bites packed with oats, peanut butter, flaxseed, coconut and honey. Great healthy, no-bake snack recipe!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 25 bites
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 and ½ cups old-fashioned oats
    • ½ cup unsweetened coconut
    • ½ cup ground flaxseed
    • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
    • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
    • ⅓ cup honey
    • ½ teaspoon almond or vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together honey, peanut butter and vanilla extract. Add remaining ingredients and stir well.
    • Shape mixture into about 25 balls, using a 1 and ½ tablespoon cookie scoop. It helps to dampen hands for rolling, so the mixture won't stick.
    • Chill bites for 30 minutes or until set.
    • Keep in air-tight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.4mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment with rating below!

    This recipe was originally published on September 7th, 2014 and updated on June 2nd. 2019.

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    1. Gina Gonzalez says

      February 23, 2022 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      They are great. I like to keep them around because sometimes I just need a snack during the day instead of a meal, and a few of these do not make me tired. My husband and son love them too! TY:)

      Reply
    2. Rose says

      January 29, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      I haven’t had all the ingredients to try these, but, it sounds delicious. I will try to make them, thanks for sharing your recipes ‼️❤️

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 05, 2021 at 10:38 pm

        Thank you, Rose!

        Reply
    3. Sarah says

      September 04, 2015 at 5:46 pm

      If I cut out the coconut how would you suggest changing the ratio of the other ingredients?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        September 04, 2015 at 9:53 pm

        Hi Sarah! I would add more oats. You may not need the whole amount, check the texture of the dough before adding more. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    4. Blair says

      January 08, 2015 at 8:40 pm

      These look delicious!
      I see the 82 calories per ball; do you happen to know the other nutritional information (fiber, fat)?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 09, 2015 at 12:08 pm

        Hi Blair! I updated the post with more nutritional info. Hope it helps!

        Reply
    5. Kim says

      January 08, 2015 at 10:49 am

      Can I use quick oats or does it have to be old fashioned oats?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 09, 2015 at 12:09 pm

        Hi Kim! I haven't tried it with quick oats but I think it should be fine. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    6. christina says

      January 02, 2015 at 3:50 pm

      I also would love to know how many calories are in each or a serving size. Just so I don't go overboard!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 02, 2015 at 6:44 pm

        Hi Christina! I run the recipe through MyFitnessPal and looks like it's 82 calories per ball. Hope this helps!

        Reply
        • christina says

          January 02, 2015 at 10:56 pm

          Thank you so very much!!!!!!...it does!!

          Reply
    7. Brianne Henderson says

      December 26, 2014 at 7:40 pm

      How much honey and peanut butter do you use?

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 02, 2015 at 6:46 pm

        Hi Brianne! Please, click the recipe button and it will take you to the full recipe. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    8. Jennifer Maddison says

      November 12, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      These are delicious! I would love to know how nany calories each one is cause I just ate 3 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 02, 2015 at 6:49 pm

        Hi Jennifer! I run the recipe through MyFitnessPal and it shows 82 calories per ball. Hope this helps! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Nickie Jo says

      November 04, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      5 stars
      Wil be Making soon to try before workouts!!!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        November 07, 2014 at 7:08 pm

        Fantastic, Nickie! Let me know what you think if you make them! Thanks!

        Reply
    10. Nicole says

      October 28, 2014 at 6:14 pm

      Any idea how many calories? I am pretty sure I could eat a whole batch by myself.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 02, 2015 at 6:15 pm

        Hi Nicole! Accodring to MyFitnessPal it's 82 calories. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    11. Dayna says

      October 19, 2014 at 5:46 pm

      Will definitely be trying this as soon as i have all the ingredients. What could I substitute for the honey? My roommate is allergic, it would be nice if I could make something we could both enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        January 09, 2015 at 12:11 pm

        Hi Dayna! How about maple syrup?

        Reply
    12. Lindsay says

      September 23, 2014 at 10:44 am

      how many does this make?

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        September 23, 2014 at 11:02 am

        Hi Lindsay! This recipe makes about 20 to 25 balls, depends how big you make them. Thanks!

        Reply
    13. Danielle says

      September 11, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      Where do you store them? On the counter or in the fridge?

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        September 11, 2014 at 9:45 pm

        Hi Danielle! I keep them in a closed container in the fridge. Thanks!

        Reply
    14. Kate@Diethood says

      September 07, 2014 at 9:02 am

      Lovin' these A LOT!! Oats to coconut ratio is perrrrfect!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        September 09, 2014 at 10:24 am

        Thanks, Kate!

        Reply
    15. Shelby Law Ruttan says

      September 07, 2014 at 7:35 am

      Love how simple your recipe is! Definitely a portable breakfast that I would enjoy.

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        September 09, 2014 at 10:23 am

        Thanks, Shelby!

        Reply

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