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No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bites

These no-bake chocolate oat bites are quick, wholesome treats made with oats, melted chocolate, nut butter, and honey. They come together into chewy, glossy balls with a rich chocolate flavor and a satisfying texture, perfect for a spontaneous sweet fix. No oven required, just simple ingredients and a few minutes of mixing and chilling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats old-fashioned preferred for chewy texture
  • 0.5 cup dark chocolate chopped or in chips
  • 0.25 cup nut butter peanut, almond, or sunflower seed butter
  • 0.3 cup honey or maple syrup for vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted for glossy finish
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • pinch sea salt enhances chocolate flavor

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Place the chopped dark chocolate and melted coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth, filling your kitchen with a rich cocoa aroma.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix everything thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is sticky, fragrant, and well combined.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the bowl with the oat mixture. Stir vigorously until the chocolate is evenly distributed and the mixture becomes glossy and sticky, holding together when pressed.
  4. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop approximately a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a rough ball. Place each ball onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and gently press it down to flatten slightly. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  5. Once all the bites are shaped, place the baking sheet in the fridge. Chill for at least 30 minutes until the bites firm up, the chocolate coating glistening and set.
  6. Remove the set bites from the fridge and serve straight from the fridge for a chewy, chocolaty treat. For a softer bite, let them sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before enjoying.

Notes

For added texture, toss in chopped nuts or dried fruit before shaping. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.