These no-bake energy bites are the perfect healthy snack to satisfy your cravings. Packed with nutritious ingredients like oats, nut butter, and honey, they provide a boost of energy and are great for on-the-go. This quick and easy recipe requires no baking and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Enjoy these delicious energy bites as a pre or post-workout snack, or simply as a tasty treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (such as peanut or almond butter)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nut butter, honey, mini chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes. This will make it easier to form the energy bites.
- Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Once all the mixture has been rolled into bites, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator and let the energy bites set for at least 1 hour.
- After the energy bites have set, transfer them to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Enjoy these delicious no-bake energy bites as a healthy snack any time of the day!
Interesting Facts
These energy bites are packed with fiber, healthy fats, and protein, making them a nutritious choice to keep you energized.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins like dried fruits, nuts, or seeds.
You can also swap the nut butter for sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter to make these energy bites nut-free.
These energy bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, making them a convenient snack option.
They are a great pre or post-workout snack to fuel your body and aid in muscle recovery.