Healthy Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites

These Healthy Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites are no bake and carry a load of omega 3’s and protein! They are made with a base of natural peanut butter, oats and nuts. A perfect guilt-free healthy snack that also tastes delicious!! These fun protein packed energy bites are also Paleo, Low Carb and Vegan!

How To Make NO BAKE Oatmeal Peanut Butter Energy Bites

I am a big omega 3 fan. I try to eat a handful of nuts every day! But sometimes I need a touch of sweetness to satisfy that hankering for sugar. Not too much, but just a bit. This is where these protein balls come in handy.

They are so easy to make and take just 7 minutes! They give me the boost I need to get through my morning or afternoon. I will to make a large batch on Sunday or once during the week. Then I will roll them all out and stash them in a large freezer bag for weeks to come.

Step 1: Toasts your nuts in the oven or in a skillet. *This is optional but adds a nice roasted flavor!

Step 2: Add your ingredients in a food processor and blend well.

Step 3: Roll into balls.

Step 4: Store in a sealed container or freeze to save for weeks.

Sugary Peanut Butters

Keep in mind, many of the famous peanut butter brands we have come to love growing up have A LOT of added sugars and other unknown ingredients that make them…ehh.. lets just say NOT so healthy!

If you have ever purchased REAL, NATURAL peanut butter, you will know immediately. The consistency is not the same. It has a much thinner consistency and often requires you to stir it up before using. That’s because the only ingredients are peanuts! ZERO sugar! Not surprisingly, most of us prefer the taste of the sugary brands instead.

So just keep this in mind!

If you want to make these energy bites truly healthy, use ALL NATURAL peanut butter! To find them, just look at the label! Brands like to fool us. Even though some labels say “NATURAL”, they STILL have sugar in them!

*If you do NOT have a natural peanut butter on hand, that’s okay. Just omit the maple syrup because you won’t need the added sugars. If you’re low carb, remove the maple syrup regardless.

If you’re looking for another healthy paleo and vegan recipe, try my Healthy Grab and Go Banana Walnut Muffins!

Do You Have To Cook Oatmeal Before Eating It?

This is something I have always wondered. And the answer is NO!

Another question I’ve always wondered was if eating uncooked oats is more or less nutritious?

According to my research, it is more nutritious if you eat it RAW. This actually applies to most foods so I was not surprised to find this out. Something I WAS surprised to find out that was that cooked oats lose a TON of nutrients! I didn’t think it was that big of a difference, nutrient-wise, but apparently I was wrong.

I was happy to read this because I had already been eating these oatmeal energy bites on and off for the last year or so! I will make a larger batch once a week or so and store them in plastic baggies in the freezer. Then in the morning, I will take out a few and bring them with me to work or leave them in the fridge for snacking later.

TIP* Make sure you use the QUICK OATS for this recipe. Steel cut is even better. Just make sure it says quick cooking or minute oats on the label or they will turn out hard.

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Healthy Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites

No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites

These Healthy Peanut Butter Oat Energy Bites are no bake and carry a load of omega 3's and protein! They are made with a base of natural peanut butter, oats and nuts. A perfect guilt-free healthy snack that also tastes delicious!! These fun protein packed bites are also Paleo, Low Carb and Vegan!

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Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast, easy, healthy, nuts, oats, peanut butter, quick, snack, to-go

Prep Time: 7 minutes

Total Time: 7 minutes

Servings: 12 Bites

Calories: 110kcal

Author: Aleka Shunk

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Quick 1-Minute Oats
• 2 Tbsp. Natural Peanut Butter ((Zero Sugar))
• 1 Cup Assorted Nuts ((Unsalted))
• 2 Tsp. Coconut Oil
• 1/2 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
• 1 Tbsp. Pure Maple Syrup ((Optional))
• 1/4 Tsp. Salt ((only if using unsalted nuts))

Instructions

• Optional* Toast the mixed nuts in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or in the oven on a sheet pan at 350 degrees F for 5-10 minutes. Watch them carefully since they tend to burn easily!
• Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and puree until fully incorporated. You may need to scrape sides down once.
• Use a mini ice cream scoop to scoop and roll into 12 bites. Store in fridge for up to a week or freezer for up to 3 weeks. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

• This recipe is made with all natural peanut butter which does not have any added sugars. If you are using brands like Jif or Skippy, you will want to omit the maple syrup so your bites do not end up being too sweet.
• Since we are not pre-cooking the oats, make sure you use the quick oats!!

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.8g | Protein: 3.7g | Fat: 7.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 1.7g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg