Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bites (Best 5-Minute Snack)
These no-bake peanut butter granola bites are ready in 5 minutes with simple pantry staples. They’re chewy, satisfying, and perfect for busy days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 18-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (100g) rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons (14g) ground flaxseed (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (128g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup (113g) honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (60g) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir together.
- Add creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined and no dry patches remain.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- If mixture is too sticky, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes.
- Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon, portion mixture and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Transfer to an airtight container. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
For best texture, chill for at least 30 minutes. If mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of honey or peanut butter. If too wet, add a tablespoon of oats. Wet hands slightly to prevent sticking when rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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