Description
These No Bake Energy Bites are the perfect snack for a quick boost of energy. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond butter, and dates, these bites are not only delicious but also nutritious.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole rolled oats (not instant)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons warm water
- 1/4 cup roasted almond butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 soft Medjool dates, pitted (or 2 additional tablespoons of maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Toasting the Oats: In a medium pan, toast the oats over low heat until just browned around the edges, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Preparing the Wet Mix: In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed and warm water. In a food processor, blend almond butter, maple syrup, dates, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and the flaxseed mixture until smooth.
- Adding Ingredients: Pulse in walnuts, oats, coconut, and chocolate chips until well combined.
- Rolling the Bites: Roll the mixture into 12 balls and chill until firm, at least 30 minutes. If sticky, chill before rolling.
- Storage: Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can customize these energy bites by adding your favorite nuts or seeds.
- For a sweeter option, increase the amount of maple syrup or add honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
