Description
Your Wholesome Ingredient Checklist. Pantry staples transform into chewy, crunchy, chocolatey energy bites—no oven needed. Balanced with oats, peanut butter, and a touch of maple for quick, satisfying fuel.
Ingredients
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For the Energy Bites
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (creamy, natural style)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup (natural sweetener)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (for chew and slow-release energy)
- 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for rich chocolate flavor)
- 1 Tbsp warm water (for pliable, rollable dough)
- 1/2 cup crispy rice cereal (adds airy crunch)
For the Chocolate Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- coarse sea salt (for sprinkling, optional)
Instructions
- Make the base mixture: In a medium bowl, stir together peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in oats, cocoa powder, and warm water until fully incorporated and thickened. Fold in crispy rice cereal until evenly distributed.
- Form the bites: Scoop about 1 Tbsp portions, press to compact, then roll into smooth balls. Place on a parchment-lined plate or small baking sheet (makes ~15).
- Melt chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, stopping when 90% melted. Stir until fully smooth.
- Dip, sprinkle & chill: Drizzle or dip tops of bites in melted chocolate and immediately sprinkle with a pinch of coarse sea salt. Chill 30 minutes until set.
- Enjoy: Once the chocolate is firm, serve and snack!
Notes
The science of a smart snack: Oat fiber + peanut butter protein/fats + maple carbs = steady energy without a sharp spike. For extra protein, add 1–2 Tbsp vanilla protein powder and balance texture with a splash more water if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snacks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 3
