Description
These No Sugar, No Flour Energy Bites are a wholesome and delicious snack made with natural ingredients like rolled oats, nut butter, dried fruit, and seeds. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they are easy to prepare and customizable with optional add-ins like honey, vanilla, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate. Ideal for a healthy lifestyle, these bites are nutritious, gluten-free, and free from refined sugars and flours.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- ½ cup almond butter or peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (such as almonds or walnuts)
- ¼ cup chia seeds or flaxseeds
- ½ cup dried fruit (like raisins, cranberries, chopped dates, or apricots)
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Dried Fruit: If using dried dates or apricots, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and finely chop before adding to the mix.
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, nut butter, sweetener if using, vanilla extract, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, chia or flaxseeds, and dried fruit.
- Mix & Adjust Consistency: Stir all the ingredients together until fully combined and the mixture is sticky enough to hold its shape. If it’s too dry, add a bit more nut butter or a splash of water until the right consistency is reached.
- Shape the Energy Bites: Scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls using your hands. Aim for about 12–16 balls total.
- Optional Texture Coating: For extra crunch and flavor, roll the bites in extra shredded coconut, chia seeds, or crushed nuts. This step is optional for variety and texture.
- Chill to Set: Arrange the bites on a tray or plate and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes, or until they’re firm and hold together well.
- Optional Chocolate Finish: If desired, melt dark chocolate chips and either drizzle or dip the energy bites. Return them to the fridge until the chocolate is set.
Notes
- Use gluten-free rolled oats to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey as the sweetener.
- Feel free to swap nuts and dried fruits based on preference or availability.
- Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- The chocolate coating is optional and adds a richer flavor but can be omitted for a simpler, lower-calorie snack.
