🌸🍪 No-Bake Springtime Monster Cookie Energy Bites with Chocolate Chips : Chewy, Sweet, Colourful & Packed with Feel-Good Energy — No Oven Required!
🛒 Ingredients:
(Makes about 20 bites)
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional for extra nutrition)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup pastel mini M&M’s or spring sprinkles
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
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👨🍳 Directions:
Step 1: Mix the Wet Ingredients
1. In a mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
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Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
1. Add oats, ground flaxseed (if using), mini chocolate chips, and pastel M&M’s.
2. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
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Step 3: Roll into Bites
1. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls.
2. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
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Step 4: Chill & Store
1. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
2. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 month.
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💡Tips:
- Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Swap M&M’s for chopped dried fruit or shredded coconut for a different flavour.
- Great for make-ahead snack prepping or wrapping individually for on-the-go bites.
- Make them extra festive by rolling them in coloured sugar or Easter sprinkles!