By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026
Serves 24
153 cal · 30 min
Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bites
Recipe GLPR012c95a85ea44d
No-bake energy bites packed with wholesome oats, nutty peanut butter, and nutrient-dense seeds. These naturally sweet treats combine chopped almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and dates for a satisfying breakfast or snack. Each bite is rolled in finely chopped peanuts for extra flavor and texture. Perfect for meal prep and enjoyed at room temperature or chilled.
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Ingredients
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
½ cup wheat bran
½ cup sliced almonds, chopped
4 tablespoons chia seeds
4 tablespoons whole flaxseeds
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
12 Medjool dates, pitted
5 tablespoons hot water
⅝ cup natural peanut butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup peanuts, finely chopped
4 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Directions
Remove the pits from the Medjool dates and place them into a blender with the hot water. Pulse until the dates break down into a smooth puree; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, wheat bran, chopped almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to distribute all ingredients evenly.
Place the natural peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds until softened. Stir in the date puree and vanilla extract until combined.
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oat mixture and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands. Roll each ball in the finely chopped peanuts until evenly coated on all sides.
Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Comments
Most ingredients are readily available at any Charlotte grocer—oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and dates are standard everywhere—but chia seeds and flaxseeds may require a second stop at Harris Teeter or Kroger's natural section if your usual Food Lion or ALDI doesn't stock them. At roughly 60 cents per bite (accounting for oats, peanut butter, nuts, and seeds in bulk), this is an economical snack that yields 24 servings, and the 30-minute time is honest for no-bake balls requiring only mixing and chilling. These reheat poorly and are best eaten fresh or stored chilled, so plan for same-week consumption; they're ideal for a Charlotte family wanting grab-and-go breakfast or snacks without fuss, though the ingredient count means they're not a mindless weeknight throw-together.
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