Ingredients

• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons almond flour
• 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 oz dark chocolate, at least 70% cacao
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Line a small baking sheet or plate with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, rolled oats, almond flour, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, and salt.
3. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and firm enough to hold its shape.
4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll into small balls.
5. Place the bites on the prepared parchment and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.
6. Place the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
7. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and completely melted.
8. Dip each chilled peanut butter bite partially into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl.
9. Return the bites to the parchment and refrigerate for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the chocolate is firm.
10. Store chilled until ready to serve.

Notes & Tips

• Natural peanut butter varies in consistency. Add a little more almond flour if the mixture is too soft.
• For portion control, keep the bites small—these are rich even without much added sweetener.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• The finished bites can also be frozen and thawed for a few minutes before eating.