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Healthy Energy Ball Bites with Oats and Chocolate Chips

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Quick and easy energy ball bites made with oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips for a wholesome and delicious snack that provides a quick energy boost.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (135 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1/2 cup (125 g) natural nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup (60 g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients: rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, mini chocolate chips, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed or chia seeds (if using), and sea salt.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed or chia seeds (if using), and sea salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
  3. Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until sticky and thick.
  4. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly without melting them.
  5. Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of the mixture and roll between palms to form compact, bite-sized balls. If mixture is too sticky, chill for 10-15 minutes before rolling.
  6. Place the rolled balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  7. Transfer the set energy bites to an airtight container. Store refrigerated for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Use natural nut butter without added sugar or oils for best taste and texture. If nut butter is thick, warm slightly before mixing. Chilling the mixture before rolling makes shaping easier. Mini chocolate chips prevent melting and provide bursts of chocolate. The recipe is flexible for substitutions and additions like seeds, nuts, or dried fruit.

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