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4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.

Yep, just 4 ingredients. I said it. Okay, alright, it’s not just 3 ingredients, or the highly questionable 2 ingredients… where folks aren’t sure whether or not that’s enough to even quality as a full-fledged recipe.

But I’m getting off track here, as per usual. These super simple peanut butter chocolate chip no bake energy bites are made with just 4 ingredients and not more. Unless you really, really want them to be. But, whyyyyyy? ๐Ÿ˜‰

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree #PeanutButter #NoBake #Snacks | Recipe on BeamingBaker.com

Ages ago, I shared a lovely, surprisingly popular 3 ingredient peanut butter no bake energy bites recipe. Readers have really loved the simplicity of the recipe, the taste, and the ease with which they’re made.

But I kept getting asked one question over and over again: can I add anything to this recipe? So here I am, answering it loud and clear: OH YES. And you’ve got to try this one.

Not only do chocolate chips pretty much make everything better, but they also make these energy bites better. No need to melt chocolate and do a pretty drizzle, no need to do anything more elaborate than just scooping out the right amount of chocolate chips and folding them straight in.

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree #PeanutButter #NoBake #Snacks | Recipe on BeamingBaker.com

Let me tell you, they are INCREDIBLE. They taste just like peanut butter cups! Perhaps even moreso than my 4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites Recipe. Yes, that was a mouthful… and then some! Those bites are made with cocoa powder and don’t resemble these at all, but also give you the chocolate and peanut butter vibes that you’re looking for. ๐Ÿ™‚

Make a batch of these peanut butter chocolate chip no bake energy bites and also save a few to toast to my nephew, Kai. Yep, I just went ahead and squeezed that in there… We’re celebrating his very first birthday!! Woohoo!! Our little guy turned one this month, and it’s kind of hard to believe that it all happened so fast. Wasn’t it just 1 week ago that his mama called me to the hospital, telling Erik and I it was time?

My nephew, Kai, and me. He just turned 1!!! .

⬆This is literally the best pic I could get of him. He’s in the super active phase where he squirms like crazy!!! He also just learned to stand, for like, an entire 5 seconds… so he’s got this ego like no other. Heh heh. He thinks he can be all independent and wiggle/crawl wherever he pleases. As if!

Now he’s THE most adorable baby I’ve ever seen (except for Dylan, of course) and just the little man I think of when I’m having a bad day and need a smile. I mean, look at that sweet little face!

Happy Birthday Kai!! We love you x infinity.

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree #PeanutButter #NoBake #Snacks | Recipe on BeamingBaker.com

Now, let’s all make a batch of these super special, birthday-dedicated peanut butter chocolate chip no bake energy bites. You ready? Let’s talk about their finest points! They’re:

  • made with just 4 simple ingredients
  • vegan, gluten free, dairy-free
  • soft, dense and oh-so satisfying
  • deliciously refined sugar-free
  • made with the simple, healthy, whole ingredients you know and love
  • tastes just like a gluten free vegan peanut butter cup
  • soon-to-be your favorite no bake energy bites or balls recipe!
  • wonderfully protein-packed
  • soooooo good paired with this vegan strawberry peanut butter smoothie (oh yes I did)
  • dedicated to Kai, my amazing little nephew

Let’s get our no bake on! I seriously can’t wait to hear what you think of these. I’m so grateful that you’re here, sharing in these tasty ’n fun kitchen experiences with me. I truly hope your loved ones enjoy these treats! Thanks for stopping by. ๐Ÿ™‚

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree #PeanutButter #NoBake #Snacks | Recipe on BeamingBaker.com

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4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree #PeanutButter #NoBake #Snacks | Recipe on BeamingBaker.com
5 from 12 votes
Servings: 18 -23 bites (mine made 17 2-tablespoon bites)

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Protein-Packed)

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Bites (V, GF): a one bowl recipe for easy gluten-free no bake energy bites that taste like dessert, but are actually a healthy snack! Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.
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Ingredients 

No Bake Bites

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Instructions 

Notes

- Bites will become firmer and less moist the next day.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Freezing instructions: store in an airtight container in the freezer for 1-2 months. Very firm, but soft enough to eat straight out of the freezer.
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Here are a few items I used in today’s recipe. ๐Ÿ™‚

2-Tablespoon Cookie Scoop | Coconut FlourMaple SyrupCookie SheetVegan Chocolate Chips1-Tablespoon Cookie ScoopGlass Mixing BowlsUnbleached Parchment Paper

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38 Comments

  1. Katerina @ diethood .com says:

    5 stars
    My favorite combo!! These sound fantastic!!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Right?!? Thanks!

  2. Brittany Audra @ Audra's Appetite says:

    Definitely going to make a batch of these to stash in the freezer!! Can’t get over that texture ๐Ÿ™‚

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Oh I know, itโ€™s just the best! .

  3. Sandi says:

    5 stars
    I know someone who is obsessed with peanut butter and has a birthday coming up. I think he would enjoy these.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Ooh what perfect timing! โ˜บ๏ธ Wish them a happy early birthday for me!

  4. Sabrina says:

    What a great snack to keep on hand! Super easy to whip up.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Exactly! Nothing beats quick and tasty snacks!

  5. Sara says:

    Chocolate and peanut butter are ALWAYS a winning combination! Yummy!!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      You got that right Sara! So yummy! .

  6. Monica | Nourish + Fete says:

    5 stars
    These look amazing – peanut butter, chocolate, and full of protein?? The perfect snack, especially for this busy back to school season!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Yeah!!! Hope you enjoy!

  7. Jessie says:

    5 stars
    I love these energy bits and they are a great snack for my daughter to take for a snack between school and volleyball practice! She loves peanut butter and chocolate chips

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Thatโ€™s so wonderful to hear, Jessie! Peanut butter and chocolate chips are such a great combo! ๐Ÿ™‚

  8. Shadi says:

    5 stars
    Omg these look fantastic! Love the pb&choc chip combo! And happy birthday to your cute nephew! โค๏ธ

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Thanks Shadi! . Itโ€™s definitely one of my fave combos. .

  9. Jessica Formicola says:

    5 stars
    I could snack on these bites all day long! Peanut butter and chocolate is such an awesome combo!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Oh yes! It always, always hits the spot. .

  10. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says:

    5 stars
    I happen to have coconut flour, so I definitely want to try this recipe — wondering if I could use almond butter instead of peanut — my daughter has an allergy.

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Hi Lisa! Yes you can definitely use almond butter. Hope you and your daughter enjoy!

      1. Carolyn Kern says:

        Do you know how many calories and protein would be in each ball?

      2. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

        Hi Carolyn! Iโ€™m currently in the process of adding nutrition info to all of my recipes. Itโ€™s a slow process, and I appreciate your patience. .