Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Makes: 18 bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup creamy natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1–2 teaspoons milk, optional (if needed)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and sea salt.
- Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- If the mixture seems too dry to roll, stir in 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until the mixture just comes together.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.
- Roll into 18 bite-sized energy bites.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Tips
- Use creamy natural peanut butter for the best texture.
- Add chopped pecans or almonds for extra crunch.
- A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top makes these taste like a bakery treat.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Bite)
- 🔥 95 Calories
- 💪 6g Protein
- 🌾 8g Carbohydrates
- 🥜 5g Fat
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