No-Bake Energy Bites

If you are looking for the perfect after school snack, stop right now. This is it. But, watch out because these No-Bake Energy Bites are addictive! They are quick and simple, and the kids will enjoy getting their hands dirty while rolling the mixture into balls. These definitely receive a 5 out of 5 rating at my house, and if they could, my kids would eat them every single day. But, these are not just for the kids. Adults love them too.

I have made these with smooth peanut butter, crunchy peanut butter, and almond butter. (If you have not tried almond butter, you should. It is the adult version of peanut butter.) I have also used whole flaxseed, as pictured above, because I bought the wrong thing at the store. Oops! They still taste great, but are a little more difficult to form into balls.

  

No-Bake Energy Bites 

1 cup old fashioned oats

1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or other nut butter)

1/3 cup raw honey

1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

1/2 cup ground flaxseed

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

1 tsp. vanilla

Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until thoroughly combined. (You may need to use your hands.) Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll into balls (about the size of a super-ball), and serve. Store energy bites in the refrigerator. Yield: 3 dozen

This recipe is not original to me; however, I am not sure who deserves the credit.