Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Oat Bites
Whip up these easy, gluten-free Peanut Butter Brownie Chocolate Oat Bites! Made with natural peanut butter, oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and maple syrup, they’re a perfect on-the-go snack. Batch prep them for a delicious, energy-boosting treat that satisfies chocolate cravings and uses simple, wholesome ingredients.

Looking for a quick, satisfying snack that’s not only packed with flavor but also made from simple, wholesome ingredients? My Peanut Butter Brownie Chocolate Oat Bites are the perfect solution. Made with gluten-free oats, natural peanut butter, chia seeds, peanuts, cocoa powder, and maple syrup, this recipe is one I turn to again and again. I’ve refined the method to make these energy bites easy to batch prep, so you can always have a healthier treat on hand when those sweet cravings hit. These bites are a staple in my kitchen because they’re family-approved, customizable, and a great alternative to store-bought snacks.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites Recipe
- Easy to make: These peanut butter chocolate oat bites come together in just minutes, with no baking required.
- Wholesome ingredients: Made with natural peanut butter, oats, chia seeds, and maple syrup, this recipe is full of simple, clean ingredients.
- Perfect for batch prep: Make a large batch and store them for whenever you need a quick, energy-boosting snack.
- Satisfies sweet cravings: They offer a rich chocolate flavor while staying healthier than traditional brownies or energy bars.

Ingredients & Substitutions
Here is everything you need to make peanut butter brownie energy bites with oats:
Quick Oats: You can use old-fashioned or quick oats. I prefer the smaller size of quick oats.
Maple Syrup: You can replace with honey, agave nectar, or brown rice syrup.
Peanut Butter: You can use creamy or crunchy natural, unsweetened peanut butter. You can also replace it with your favorite butter including almond butter, and cashew butter.
Cocoa Powder: You can you use your favorite cocoa powder.
Vanilla Extract: You can omit or replace it with half as much almond extract.
Chia Seeds: You can use white or black chia seeds. You can also omit them or replace with ground flax seed for a slightly different texture.
Mini Chocolate Chips: I like to use semi-sweet chocolate chips but you can use dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or any chocolate chunks. Choose a dairy-free variety for a dairy-free option.

How to Make My Peanut Butter Brownie Chocolate Oat Bites
Step 1. Grind the Oats
Add 1 cup of quick or old-fashioned oats into your food processor and pulse for a few seconds.

Step 2. Add Remaining Ingredients
Add the maple syrup, peanut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and chia seeds. Do not add the mini chocolate chips. You’ll add them in the next step, so they don’t get chopped down even smaller in the food processor.
Step 3. Mix
You can turn your food processor to speed 1 until all the ingredients are blended. While the ingredients are mixing, you should hear the processor starting to slow down a little as the mixture thickens. You want the mixture to begin forming a large ball.
If a ball has not formed after about 30 seconds of mixing, add one tablespoon of additional oats at a time and continue to mix until the mixture is dry enough to form a ball.

Step 4. Add More Chocolate
Scrape the mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl with a sturdy spatula. Then pour in the chocolate chips. Mix by hand with the spatula until the chips are incorporated. The mixture will be very thick. I use a slicing motion with the spatula to push the chips into the dough.
Step 5. Scoop the Bites
Using a spoon or cookie dough scoop, spoon about one tablespoon of the mixture and begin rolling it between the palms of your hands to form a ball. Place the balls on a tray or directly into your storage container to enjoy whenever you need your chocolate fix.

Step 6. Optional Toppings
You can enjoy the bites as is or take the chocolate peanut butter flavor up a notch—meltdown 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil. Add 1/3 cup of peanuts to your blender and blend until chopped fine. Dip your bite in the melted chocolate, then in the crushed peanuts. Place bites on a parchment paper lined tray until the chocolate is cooled. Depending on how impatient you are, you can speed up the cooling time by placing the tray in the fridge or freezer to cool quicker.


Chocolate Brownie Peanut Butter Energy Ball Recipe Notes
Dough Consistency: You can test the moisture level of the energy bites by rolling a small amount in your hands. If it leaves sticky residue on your hands, then it needs more oats. If it doesn’t stick to your hands but holds it shape, then it’s just right 🙂
Chocolate Dipping: To minimize the excess sugar but still have a delicious, chocolatey bite, I like to dip only half of the bite in chocolate instead of the whole thing. This also makes the process go quicker with less mess.
Delicious Serving Suggestions
- Midday snack: Enjoy a couple of bites as a quick pick-me-up during the day.
- On-the-go breakfast: Pair with a piece of fruit for a portable, balanced breakfast.
- Post-workout snack: These bites are a great source of energy after a workout.
- Party treat: Serve them on a platter at gatherings for a healthier dessert option.
- Kid-approved snack: Add some chocolate chips or sprinkles to make them more fun for kids.
- Topping idea: Try crumbling them over yogurt or smoothie bowls for added texture and flavor.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Oat Bites Recipe

Ingredients
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of quick or old-fashioned oats into your food processor and pulse for a few seconds.
- Add the maple syrup, peanut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and chia seeds. Do not add the mini chocolate chips. You’ll add them in the next step, so they don’t get chopped down even smaller in the food processor.
- You can turn your food processor to speed 1 until all the ingredients are blended. While the ingredients are mixing, you should hear the processor starting to slow down a little as the mixture thickens. You want the mixture to begin forming a large ball.
- If a ball has not formed after about 30 seconds of mixing, add one tablespoon of additional oats at a time and continue to mix until the mixture is dry enough to begin forming a ball.
- Scrape the mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl with a sturdy spatula. Then pour in the chocolate chips. Mix by hand with the spatula until the chips are incorporated. The mixture will be very thick. I use a slicing motion with the spatula to push the chips into the dough.
- Using a spoon or cookie dough scoop, spoon about one tablespoon of the mixture and begin rolling it between the palms of your hands to form a ball. Place the balls on a tray or directly into your storage container to enjoy whenever you need your chocolate fix.
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Oh my! These are so yummy! Thanks for the great recipe.
Hi Kristi, thank you for the review! I’m so glad you like these 🙂
Thank you for this easy and yummy recipe!! I made a double batch and have them in my freezer. I used crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy and they are delish! I can’t wait to make more of your recipes!
You are so welcome, Margie! I keep a stash in my freezer too 🙂
They are absolutely delicious!!
These are delicious (even without chocolate chips) and so fast and easy to make! The Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Energy Bites are yummy, too. Any chance you can add nutritional info to your recipes?
Hi Diane,
I’m so glad you liked them! I always keep a batch in my fridge 🙂 You’re in luck…I was working on installing nutrition facts in my recipes. They are visible now on this recipe. I will have all my recipes updated in the next day or two.
Thank you, Nicole, very helpful. I pulled these and the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Energy Bites out of the freezer at a family gathering when I hadn’t planned an ‘official’ dessert and they were a hit! Everyone wanted more! Your website and YouTube channel are now ‘go-to’ sites when I’m looking for new recipes/ideas. Thank you so much for sharing your delicious and nutritious creations . . .
Hello Diane! Thank you so much for sharing this with me! I always keep a stash of energy bites in my freezer too 🙂