easy no bake oat bites (Printable Version)

Chewy oat bites with peanut butter and honey, perfect for a quick, energizing snack anytime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
03 - 1/3 cup honey

→ Add-ins

04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch sea salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, add rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until homogeneous.
02 - Gently fold in mini chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, and shredded coconut until distributed throughout.
03 - Portion about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into balls using clean hands.
04 - Place oat bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate, ensuring spacing.
05 - Refrigerate oat bites for at least 30 minutes to set and achieve ideal texture.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • You get a dose of nutty sweetness without turning on the stove—perfect for hot days.
  • They're quick to whip up and endlessly customizable for whatever cravings strike.
02 -
  • If you skip chilling, the bites will be sticky and miss out on that delightful chew.
  • Switching to sunflower seed butter makes them school-friendly without sacrificing flavor.
03 -
  • Rolling bites with slightly damp hands prevents them from sticking and makes the process quicker.
  • Chilling before storing turns them from gooey to satisfyingly tender—don't skip it.
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