Energy bites are more than fast food. The peanut butter packs a punch of protein, while oats help stabilize blood sugar, provide antioxidants linked to heart health, and improve digestion through their fiber content. Omega-3 fatty acids have links to brain and heart health, chia seeds are a terrific source of healthy fats to support cell function and nutrient retention, and taken together the ingredients have more health benefits than can be listed here.
The recipe price is low, and it can be easily adapted based on local ingredients, seasonal flavors, or whatever you have on hand for a fast, delicious, and nutritious snack any time of the day. All of the ingredients for the energy bites can be found in a grocery store.
Ingredient | Amount | Unit Cost of Ingredient | Recipe Cost of Ingredient |
Quick oats | 1 cup | $1.28/16 oz container | $0.64 |
Peanut Butter | 1/2 cup | $3.98/40 oz or $0.10/oz | $0.40 |
Honey | 1/3 cup | $17.87/80 oz or $0.23/oz | $0.60 |
Ground flax seed | 1/2 cup | $6.64/32 oz or $0.21/oz | $0.83 |
Chocolate chips | 1/2 cup | $1.97/12 oz bag or $0.16/oz | $0.66 |
Chia seeds | 2 Tbsp | $8.88/32 oz or $0.28/oz | $0.33 |
Coconut flakes | 1/3 cup | $2.98/14 oz or $0.21/oz | $0.57 |
TOTAL RECIPE COST | $4.03 | ||
Cost per Servings (20 servings) | $0.20 |
When done correctly, these energy bites can’t go wrong. The energy bites should turn out perfectly every time, with evenly mixed balls that stay intact for as long as they last. While not the prettiest looking snack, these energy bites make up for appearance in taste and speed. The chocolate chips melt in your mouth, mixing with the peanut butter to create a delicious flavor with just enough sweetness. The flax seeds, coconut, and oats add a satisfying texture to every bite.
The recipe is easy to make, so easy that one person commented it felt like cheating, and takes less than twenty minutes to prepare. For a bit of extra multitasking, listen to a recorded lecture, run through some notes, or use the time as a well deserved study break.
Overall, remember that this recipe is for the person making it. While the recipe is terrific as is, feel free to make changes to the recipe based on allergies, taste, and seasonal ingredients. If peanuts aren’t a good option, peanut butter can be replaced with almond butter or another similar choice. Semi-sweet chocolate chips can be replaced with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, M&M’s, or anything else in the pantry. This recipe is easily adaptable to all tastes and occasions. There’s nothing stopping you from giving it a try!
Energy bites are an easy grab and go snack that can be stored in the freezer or the fridge for a quick boost of energy throughout the day. These satisfying treats have a delicious peanut butter chocolate twist and a wealth of nutrients-–including all the essential amino acids for a complete plant-based protein, omega-3 fatty acids that help with brain and heart health, vital macronutrients such as healthy fats and carbohydrates for energy and nutrient retention, plenty of dietary fiber to help with digestion, and many more!