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White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Oat Bites

These no-bake White Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Oat Bites combine chewy old-fashioned oats, tart dried cranberries, creamy peanut butter, crunchy seeds and almonds, fresh orange zest, cozy spices, and sweet white chocolate. They're an easy, festive snack or treat that comes together without turning on the oven.
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Energy Bites, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: copycat bliss bars, cranberry bliss squares, easy no bake energy squares, homemade energy bites
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 36 bites

Ingredients 

  • 3/4 c. Honey
  • 1/4 c. Peanut butter creamy
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp fresh orange zest
  • 2 c. Old fashioned oats
  • 3/4 c. Dried cranberries
  • 1/3 c. Sunflower seeds
  • 1/3 c. Pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 c. Almonds ground (or very chopped fine)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch salt
  • 3/4 c. White chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some parchment hanging over the sides for easy removal.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, finely ground or very finely chopped almonds, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  • Add the honey, creamy peanut butter, coconut oil, vanilla bean paste, and fresh orange zest to a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Stir frequently until the peanut butter and coconut oil melt and everything combines into a smooth mixture. Don't bring it to a boil.
  • Pour the warm honey mixture over the oat mixture. Stir thoroughly until the oats, cranberries, seeds, and almonds are evenly coated.
  • Let the mixture cool slightly if it feels very hot, then gently fold in the white chocolate chips. This helps keep the chips from melting completely into the mixture.
  • Transfer the mixture to the parchment-lined 8x8-inch pan. Spread it evenly, then press it down firmly into one compact layer. Pay special attention to the corners and edges.
  • Sprinkle additional white chocolate chips and flaky sea salt over the top. Gently press the toppings into the surface.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture feels firm and set.
  • Lift the chilled oat slab from the pan using the parchment overhang. Use a sharp knife to cut into 36 bites. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh orange zest for the best citrus flavor.
  • Finely ground or very finely chopped almonds work best for keeping the mixture easy to press and slice.
  • Press the oat mixture firmly into the pan so the bites hold together.
  • If the mixture feels very warm before adding the white chocolate chips, let it cool slightly first to prevent the chips from melting completely.
  • For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free old-fashioned oats.
  • For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free white chocolate chips.