Prep Time

10 Minutes

Total Time

20 Minutes

Servings

2 Dozen

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup peanut butter or almond butter
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• (OPTIONAL) 1/2 cup ground or milled flaxseed
• (OPTIONAL) 3 tablespoons brewer’s yeast

Directions

1. in the large mixing bowl, add all ingredients except for the oats and chocolate chips. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture is well combined.
2. Slowly incorporate the oats in small increments.
3. Stir in chocolate chips in small increments.
4. Roll mixture into 2-tablespoon sized smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or enjoy right away.
5. Once the bites have set, transfer them to an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator/freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Note: Mixture can be pressed into an 8×8-inch baking dish and cut into bars, if desired.

Other optional add-ins: 1/2 chopped nuts (such as almonds or walnuts) and 1/2 cup dried fruit (strawberries, blueberries, ect)