(Culinary.net) Having enough energy helps you stay alert and attentive to what is going on around you, whether that’s cleaning up after your little ones or filing a report your boss asked for.

When it comes to snacking during the day, these delicious, mouth-watering Energy Bites can give you the boost you need. They are made with creamy peanut butter and honey to curb your sweet cravings but still provide plenty of texture with shredded coconut and raw oats.

They are a perfect snack time nosh, rolled into simple balls, that can help you finish the task at hand.

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Oatmeal Energy Bites

Servings: 20

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup raw oats
• 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup flaxseed meal
• 6 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

In a medium mixing bowl, stir peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until combined.

Add oats, coconut, flaxseed meal, and chocolate chips. Mix until combined.

Shape into 1-inch balls. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.