Description
These nutrient-dense granola bites are the perfect quick solution for busy families needing healthy, on-the-go snacks. Combining wholesome rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of sweetness with mini dark chocolate chips, they offer energy-sustaining complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. Since they require no baking, they preserve the natural texture of the ingredients while saving you significant time during your weekly meal prep. Perfect for school lunchboxes, they are versatile, delicious, and free from any unwanted fillers or additives.
Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
Combine the creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and sea salt to the wet mixture, stirring thoroughly until all dry particles are coated evenly.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently to ensure they distribute throughout the dough without melting.
Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, scoop rounded tablespoons of the mixture and roll between your palms into bite-sized balls.
Place on a parchment-lined tray or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Use almond or sunflower seed butter if you are preparing these for nut-free schools. Ensure your oats are certified gluten-free if preparing for those with specific dietary needs. These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or frozen for up to one month.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg