4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Protein-Packed)
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural
unsalted creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
mini and regular
- 2 tablespoons vegan chocolate chips
mini and regular
Directions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Clear some space in the freezer for this sheet. Set aside at room temperature.
- 2
In a medium bowl, add peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut flour. Whisk as long as you can. When the mixture gets harder to stir, use a rubber spatula to fold until well incorporated. Fold until thickened. Fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Cover bowl and freeze for 15-20 minutes.
- 3
Remove from freezer. Using a cookie scoop, scoop and drop peanut butter balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart. Here are the 1-tablespoon and 2-tablespoon cookie scoops that I use. Optionally, press 2 tablespoons chocolate chips into bites.
- 4
Transfer back to the freezer to chill for 20-30 minutes, until somewhat firm. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Adapted from my 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites and my 4 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars.
Also try my No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites.
4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Protein-Packed)
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Craving a sweet treat that's actually good for you and incredibly easy to make? These 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites are your answer, delivering rich flavor and satisfying energy without an oven in sight. They're the perfect grab-and-go snack for any time of day.
What makes these energy bites truly special is their effortless preparation: a simple one-bowl method means minimal cleanup, and no baking required means you can have a wholesome snack ready in minutes. Using just four readily available ingredients, this recipe offers a delicious solution for those seeking a gluten-free and vegan option that tastes like an indulgent dessert, but is actually a healthy snack.
You can expect a delightful balance of creamy peanut butter and sweet chocolate in every bite. The texture is wonderfully chewy and satisfying, making them feel much more substantial than your typical snack bar. Designed to be protein-packed, these bites offer sustained energy, making them ideal for an afternoon pick-me-up or a post-workout refuel. Being naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, they’re a fantastic choice for nearly any dietary preference.
While this recipe shines in its simplicity, you can subtly adjust the balance of chocolate by varying the amount of vegan chocolate chips to your preference. The recipe already suggests both mini and regular vegan chocolate chips, allowing for a slight textural difference, should you choose.
These energy bites are perfect for a quick breakfast on the go, a satisfying afternoon snack, or a delightful, guilt-free treat anytime you're craving something sweet.