Easy No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Bites
Quick and easy no-bake energy bites packed with oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and raisins for a chewy, wholesome snack perfect for on-the-go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16-18 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135g)
- ½ cup natural creamy peanut butter (125g)
- ⅓ cup honey (113g)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (90g)
- ¼ cup raisins (40g), optional
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds, optional
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together ½ cup creamy peanut butter and ⅓ cup honey until smooth and shiny. Warm peanut butter slightly if needed.
- Add the flavor boosters: Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix well.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Add 1 ½ cups rolled oats, ½ cup mini chocolate chips, ¼ cup raisins (if using), 2 tablespoons chia or flaxseeds, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir gently until evenly coated.
- Form the energy bites: Scoop out small portions about 1 tablespoon (20-25g) each and roll into compact balls. Wet hands or chill dough if mixture is too sticky. Yield about 16-18 bites.
- Chill to set: Place bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Enjoy and store: Eat immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to one month.
Notes
Use creamy peanut butter for best results. Chill mixture before rolling if too sticky. Can substitute almond butter or sunflower seed butter for allergies. For vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Store refrigerated or frozen for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite (about
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: no-bake, energy bites, monster cookie, healthy snack, peanut butter, oats, quick snack, kid-friendly