Description

These Christmas Energy Bites are a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter and chewy oats, creating a satisfying texture that melts in your mouth. Each bite is bursting with the festive flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, making them a perfect treat for the holiday season.

Ingredients

Scale

Base:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 cup crushed nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup festive sprinkles

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the rolled oats, shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, and ground cinnamon to the mixture, stirring until fully combined.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
If desired, roll the energy bites in crushed nuts or festive sprinkles for added texture and decoration.
Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Notes

These energy bites can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
For longer storage, freeze the bites in an airtight container for up to three months.
Substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a nut-free option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: snacks
Method: no-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 energy bite
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8 grams
Sodium: 50 milligrams
Fat: 6 grams
Saturated Fat: 1 gram
Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 14 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Protein: 3 grams
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

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