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PROTEIN BITES
The 5-Ingredient, High-Protein Snack I Keep in My Fridge At All Times
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5.0 (390)|(2 Reviews)No-bake chewy energy bites rolled with oats, peanut butter, honey, chia seeds, and dark chocolate chips.
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By Rebecca Fennel (Recipe Developer)•Published May 8, 2026
⏱ 15 mins
Simply Recipes / Rebecca Fennel🔥 140 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Zero baking, zero refined white flour.
- 6g protein and 3g fiber per ball.
PROTEIN BITES
The 5-Ingredient, High-Protein Snack I Keep in My Fridge At All Times
Tastes just like raw cookie dough! Rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, honey, chia seeds, and mini chocolate chips stirred in one bowl and rolled into grab-and-go energy bites. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings8 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips & 1 tbsp chia seeds
Directions
1
Stir ingredients in bowl
In a bowl, stir oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and chia seeds until cohesive.
2
Roll into bite-size balls
Roll 1-tablespoon portions into balls. Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- If the mixture feels sticky, chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes before rolling.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories140 kcal
Protein6g
Carbs16g
Total Fat7g
Sodium: 55mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
