These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack option, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while providing a boost of energy. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, chocolate chips, and nut butter, they are easy to prepare and great for on-the-go snacking.
This recipe is straightforward and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins such as nuts or dried fruits, making it a versatile addition to your snack repertoire.
Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bites Recipe
These bites are chewy and packed with flavor, combining the heartiness of oats with the sweetness of chocolate chips. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare and yields around 12 bites, making it a perfect snack recipe for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or dried fruits
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, chocolate chips, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Form Bites: Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.
- Chill: Place the bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Serve: Enjoy the bites as a quick snack or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bites
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 15g