Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite between meetings or packing snacks for the week ahead, these peanut butter energy bites are a simple go-to. Made with just a few everyday ingredients and no baking required, they’re easy to prepare and even easier to grab when you need something quick.

Tips Before Making Your Peanut Butter Energy Balls

Put the Energy Bites in the Refrigerator Before Rolling

If you find the mixture a little sticky when making this recipe, pop it in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes before you form balls. This makes the dough easier to handle, especially when working with ingredients like maple syrup, peanut butter, or almond butter. A short chill time also helps the oats absorb moisture, creating a more uniform texture in every bite.

You can also mix and match your add-ins depending on what you have at home, cranberry, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or even chopped nuts all work well in this no-bake energy bites recipe. If you’re exploring different versions, a small amount of vanilla yogurt can be used as a binder, though it’s best to adjust the dry ingredients to maintain the right consistency for rolling.

Use Room-Temperature Peanut Butter and Honey

To keep your ingredients easy to stir, use room-temperature peanut butter and sweeteners like maple syrup or honey. Cold nut butters can be harder to mix and may clump with your dry ingredients. This tip is especially helpful if you’re using rolled oats, as they’ll blend more smoothly with a softer base.

Not into peanut butter? Try sunflower seed butter or almond butter for a twist. These spreads work just as well and pair nicely with flavourful extras like chocolate chips or dried fruit.