Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lactation Bites
Last Updated on January 22, 2024 by Annie
One-bowl and no-bake, these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lactation Bites are the perfect snack for nursing moms! Packed with oats, brewer’s yeast, and ground flax meal, this healthy lactation recipe is also a one-handed snack you can quickly whip up during nap time!
This fall I feel like everyone (myself included) is having a baby! While there are a number of ways I have wanted to help support the families in my life who are expecting, the number one way is through food.
From prepping meals to stash in the freezer for after baby arrives to providing treats to keep new parents going on the day to day, giving food is my love language.
Last month, when one of the resident’s my husband works with gave birth to a baby girl I brought over a small batch of these lactation bites. They are a great recipe that won’t weigh you down, doesn’t cost a fortune (unlike some store-bought lactation boosting snacks) and can easily be made during nap time.
I also love that these bites are versatile, so you can swap out some ingredients as needed. These chocolate peanut butter energy bites are perfect for the novice baker or for someone who wants to make a sweet treat for a nursing friend since they involve no baking and no special techniques.
Why We LOVE These No-Bake Lactation Bites
- Dairy-Free + Vegan. These easy to make, no bake bites are a simple vegan snack that are great for breastfeeding moms who are reducing their dairy intake.
- High in fiber. Each energy ball provides almost 2 grams of fiber helping you keep things moving after delivery.
- Filling and healthy. Made with whole grains, these bites are not only healthy but filling.
- One-handed snack. Perfect for eating while pumping, feeding, or holding your little one, these energy bites can easily be enjoyed with one hand.
What Makes these No-Bake Energy Bites Helpful for Lactation?
There are 3 ingredients known to help aid in lactation included in this recipe.
Ground flax meal- Made from ground flaxseeds, this contains phytoestrogens (AKA dietary estrogens) which are structurally similar to estrogen produced by the body and have the potential to have effects similar to estrogen.
Brewer’s yeast– Packed with iron, protein, and vitamin B this superfood is a galactagogue – Greek for a substance that promotes lactation.
Oatmeal- Another ingredient high in iron helping to promote the production of breast milk.
How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lactation Bites
Ingredients You’ll Need
These easy no-bake lactation bites are a delicious snack you can whip up with under 10 ingredients.
- Old-fashioned Oats– These flaky oats provide the structure for these easy energy bites.
- Peanut Butter- Helps hold together the lactation bites.
- Maple Syrup– Sweetens the mixture while also adding a bit of moisture.
- Flaxseed- Mixed with water, the flaxseed words to bind together the lactation bites.
- Brewers Yeast– Provides a boost of protein to the energy bites.
- Chocolate Chips- For a sweet and delicious crunch these lactation bites need.
Directions for No-Bake Lactation Energy Bites
Aside from being a no-bake recipe, these easy to make lactation bites also happen to be a one bowl mixture you can easily whip up during a nap time.
- Mix flax and water. In a small bowl, stir together water and flaxseed meal. Allow to rest 5 minutes for the flaxseed to soak up the water.
- Stir all ingredients together. In a medium sized bowl, mix together oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, flaxseed mixture, brewers yeast, and chocolate chips.
- Chill. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Roll into balls. After an hour, remove from the fridge and roll into 1 inch balls. I used my 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop then roll the energy bites.
- Store and enjoy. Once rolled, store in a refrigerator safe container for up to a week.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
To get these healthy lactation bites made quickly and easily in the kitchen, here are a few helpful tools and ingredients you might need.
- 1.5 Tablespoon Cookie Scoop– Great for scooping these lactation bites into consistent sized balls.
- Brewer’s Yeast– One of the main ingredients for boosting your milk supply.
Substitutions for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lactation Bites
- Swap the peanut butter for a nut butter of your choice- sunflower butter, almond butter, heck you can even throw some cookie butter in here.
- No brewers yeast? No problem. Add an extra tablespoon of ground flaxseed when you would normally add the brewers yeast.
- Maple syrup swaps– Simply replace the maple syrup for honey or agave. Remember that honey is not considered vegan so if you are looking to keep this recipe vegan, swap with agave.
Storing and Freezing
Once rolled and ready, here are the best ways to store your dairy-free lactation bites.
- Refrigerator- Keep chilled in an airtight container or ziplock bag for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
- Freezer– For longer storage or to meal prep these lactation bites before your due date follow the recipe and roll into balls. Store the balls in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
- Thawing– When you are ready to dive into these healthy snack bites, simply remove the desired amount from the freezer and transfer to the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Lactation Bites
Easy, dairy-free, and vegan these peanut butter chocolate chip lactation bites are the perfect snack for nursing moms!
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats
- ¼ cup Peanut Butter
- ¼ cup Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Ground Flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Brewers Yeast
- ¼ cup Chocolate Chips
Instructions
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In a small bowl, stir together water and ground flaxseed. Allow to rest 5 minutes for the flaxseed to soak up the water.
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In a medium sized bowl, mix together oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, flaxseed mixture, brewers yeast, and chocolate chips.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
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After an hour, remove from the fridge and roll into 1 inch balls. I used my 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop then roll the energy bites.
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Once rolled, store in a refrigerator safe container for up to a week.
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