Best Energy Bites Recipes

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NO-BAKE ENERGY BITES



No-Bake Energy Bites image

This is a healthy take on the traditional no bake cookies. So good and good for you! I am always asked for this recipe every time I make them. They are a hit with the kids and the adults, and always go quick! I store them in the freezer because I think they taste best frozen, but not necessary.

Provided by Hiedi Heaton

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rolled oats
½ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup ground flax seed
½ cup crunchy peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine oats, chocolate chips, flax seed, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; form into balls using your hands. Arrange energy bites on a baking sheet and freeze until set, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 27.9 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BITES RECIPE BY TASTY



Peanut Butter Energy Bites Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: creamy peanut butter, old fashion oat, honey, mini chocolate chips, flax seed

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Snacks

Yield 16 balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup old fashion oat, plus extra for rolling
1 ½ tablespoons honey
¼ cup mini chocolate chips, plus extra for rolling
¼ cup flax seed, optional

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well-combined.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Once done chilling, roll into approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) balls. (Cover hands in a light layer of butter or oil to facilitate rolling and avoid getting sticky hands.)
  • Lay out a thin layer of oats and chocolate chips on a cutting board or work surface and roll the balls in the mixture. Finish off by rolling each ball between your hands to pack in the oats and chocolate chips.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

PEANUT BUTTER & BANANA ENERGY BITES



Peanut Butter & Banana Energy Bites image

Peanut butter, banana, cinnamon, and lots of oats make quick bite-size energy snacks.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ½ cups Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
1 cup ripe mashed banana
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place oats and cinnamon in large bowl; stir to blend well. Add mashed banana, peanut butter and honey. Stir until ingredients are well blended.
  • Shape into 24 (about 1-inch diameter) balls. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled. Store leftovers in refrigerator, covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 12.8 mg, Sugar 3 g

ALMOND BUTTER ENERGY BITES WITH DATE & COCONUT RECIPE BY TASTY



Almond Butter Energy Bites With Date & Coconut Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medjool date, roasted almond, almond butter, unsweetened shredded coconut, salt

Provided by Marie Telling

Categories     Snacks

Yield 20 balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups medjool date, pits removed
½ cup roasted almond
½ cup almond butter
½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Combine dates, almonds, almond butter, salt, and half of the coconut in a food processor and blend until a sticky dough forms. (If dough is not coming together, add one tablespoon of water and continue blending.)
  • Wet your hands and form dough into 2 tablespoon-sized ball. Roll in remaining shredded coconut.
  • Let dry at room temperature for 2 hours before serving. Store in an airtight container.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 12 grams

HIGH-PROTEIN ENERGY BITES



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Standard energy bites recipe kicked up with the addition of protein powder and chopped coffee beans and coconut. Super pre- or post-workout snack. Store balls in freezer or fridge and thaw for use.

Provided by Bonnie O'Shea

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup peanut butter
⅔ cup honey
½ cup dark chocolate chips
½ cup ground flax seeds
½ cup chocolate-flavored protein powder
½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 teaspoon coconut extract
¼ cup chopped coffee beans
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (such as Fry's®), or more as needed

Steps:

  • Mix oats, peanut butter, honey, dark chocolate chips, flax seeds, protein powder, coconut, chia seeds, and coconut extract together in a large bowl; fold in coffee beans. Form mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • Place cocoa powder in a small bowl. Roll each ball in the cocoa powder until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP ENERGY BITES RECIPE BY TASTY



Banana Chocolate Chip Energy Bites Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dry oat, almond butter, honey, banana, chocolate chips

Provided by Ash Trenkle

Categories     Snacks

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup dry oat
¼ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey
1 banana
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix oats, almond butter and honey in a large bowl.
  • Mash the banana, then add it into the bowl of oats.
  • Add chocolate chips. Mix.
  • Place bowl in the refrigerator for 60-90 minutes, or until the mixture has solidified.
  • Mold mixture into bite-sized balls.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 35 grams

OATMEAL RAISIN ENERGY BITES RECIPE BY TASTY



Oatmeal Raisin Energy Bites Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dry oat, almond butter, honey, raisin, chopped pecan, ground cinnamon, vanilla, salt

Provided by Ash Trenkle

Categories     Snacks

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dry oat
¼ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey
¼ cup raisin
¼ cup chopped pecan
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla
salt, to taste, optional

Steps:

  • Mix oats, almond butter and honey in a large bowl.
  • Add raisins, pecans, cinnamon, vanilla and salt. Mix.
  • Place bowl in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes, or until the mixture has solidified.
  • Mold mixture into bite-sized balls.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 28 grams

BLUEBERRY ENERGY BITES RECIPE BY TASTY



Blueberry Energy Bites Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dry oat, almond butter, honey, dried blueberry, cinnamon, vanilla, salt

Provided by Ash Trenkle

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dry oat
¼ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey
½ cup dried blueberry
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla
salt, optional

Steps:

  • Mix oats, almond butter and honey in a large bowl.
  • Add dried blueberries, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt and mix to combine.
  • Place bowl in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes, or until the mixture has solidified.
  • Mold mixture into bite-sized balls.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 34 grams

SWEET POTATO ENERGY BITES



Sweet Potato Energy Bites image

These tasty little bites are packed with so many things that are good for you: sweet potato, oats, almond meal, hemp seeds, and almond butter. They are a great boost of protein and energy for when you need a snack. They are gluten free, and you can make them vegan by replacing the honey with maple syrup.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Time 40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
½ cup rolled oats
½ cup almond meal
¼ cup hemp seeds
¼ cup almond butter
1 tablespoon honey, or more to taste
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Place mashed sweet potato, oats, almond meal, hemp seeds, almond butter, honey, cinnamon, vanilla, and sea salt into a bowl and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes. Roll chilled mixture into about 20 1-inch balls. Place energy balls back into the refrigerator for 15 minutes until set and cold. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 29.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

NO-BAKE ENERGY BITES WITH OATS AND DRIED CHERRIES



No-Bake Energy Bites with Oats and Dried Cherries image

These coconut- and oat-studded bites come together in just one bowl (no food processor required!). Keep them on hand for a healthy morning or afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying after-school snack. If your family or school is nut-free, follow the sunflower butter option instead of using almond or peanut butter.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     snack     Quick and Healthy     Healthy     Oat     Cherry     Coconut     Honey     Nut     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes about 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup quick-cooking old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
3/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cherries or whole raisins or mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy almond, peanut, or sunflower butter

Steps:

  • Stir honey, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and 3 Tbsp. hot water in a medium bowl until smooth and incorporated. Stir in oats and coconut and let sit 10 minutes.
  • Fold in cherries and almond butter and stir thoroughly to combine.
  • Scoop mixture by the level tablespoon and roll into balls in between your palms. Transfer to a plate or rimmed baking sheet and chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Do Ahead
  • Bites can be made 10 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill, or freeze up to 3 months.

NO BAKE ENERGY BITES



No Bake Energy Bites image

This is so tasty and healthy. Try it, you won't be disappointed and so much healthier than cookies.

Provided by Cherry Fischer

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rolled oats
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup ground flax seed
½ cup natural peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine oats, chocolate chips, and ground flax seed together in a bowl; add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract and mix well. Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes.
  • Roll mixture into bite-size balls and arrange on a plate. Refrigerate until set, at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 37.6 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

COCONUT-LIME ENERGY BITES



Coconut-Lime Energy Bites image

These energy bites not only hit the spot for something sweet, they're also nutrient-dense and hit all your macros.

Provided by Cara Clark

Categories     HarperCollins     snack     Breakfast     Date     Coconut     Oat     Nut     Lime     Quick and Healthy     Healthy     Dairy Free     Seed

Yield 28 to 30 bites

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup pitted dates
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes, plus extra for rolling
½ cup macadamia nuts or cashews
¼ cup hemp seeds
2 tablespoons white chia seeds (black chia are okay, too)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cashew butter
Zest and juice of 2 limes
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon spirulina or chlorella powder (optional)
½ teaspoon maca powder (optional)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients and pulse until the mixture is evenly chopped and beginning to stick together and form a ball. Transfer the "dough" to a medium bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Using a small ice cream scoop, or about ½ tablespoon measure, portion the dough into balls. Roll each ball with your hands to make it smooth.
  • Sprinkle shredded coconut or coconut flakes onto a plate and roll the balls in it to lightly coat. Store the bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or the freezer for up to 1 month.

VANILLA ALMOND ENERGY BITES RECIPE BY TASTY



Vanilla Almond Energy Bites Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dry oat, almond butter, honey, almond, vanilla

Provided by Ash Trenkle

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup dry oat
¼ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey
½ cup almond
½ teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix oats, almond butter and honey in a large bowl.
  • Add almonds and vanilla. Mix.
  • Place bowl in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes, or until the mixture has solidified.
  • Mold mixture into bite-sized balls.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 23 grams

PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BITES



Peanut Butter Energy Bites image

This no-cook, no-bake, one-bowl snack is a great option for a protein-packed snack on the go.

Provided by Cool Runnings Foods

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup all-natural peanut butter
1 cup quick-cooking oats (such as British Class®)
⅓ cup cocoa nibs
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (such as Cool Runnings®)

Steps:

  • Combine peanut butter, quick cooking oats, cocoa nubs, honey, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Use a tablespoon to scoop out small portions and roll into balls using your hands.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 83.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

APPLE CINNAMON WALNUT ENERGY BITES



Apple Cinnamon Walnut Energy Bites image

Oats, dates, apples, walnuts, and flax seeds make tasty little energy bites.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
1 ½ cups pitted dates
2 teaspoons flax seeds
1 cup apple, peeled and chopped fine
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup walnuts
2 tablespoons honey
1 pinch sea salt
¼ cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place oats, dates, flax seeds, apple, cinnamon, 1/2 cup walnuts, and honey in the bowl of a food processor.
  • Blend until ingredients form a sticky ball. If desired, add salt to taste preference.
  • With slightly wet hands, form about a tablespoon each into a tight ball.
  • Roll in additional chopped walnuts.
  • Refrigerate, covered, until chilled. Store leftovers in refrigerator, covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 14 mg, Sugar 8 g

ALMOND BUTTER OATMEAL ENERGY BITES WITH MIX-INS



Almond Butter Oatmeal Energy Bites With Mix-Ins image

A high-protein energy bite with lots of good fat, customizable to your tastes. You can substitute any nut butter for the almond butter. Add your own mix-in twists! Store them in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Provided by iloveonions

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 21m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup almond butter
½ cup honey
1 ¼ cups rolled oats, ground
¼ cup quinoa flakes
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 pinch salt, or to taste
¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
¼ cup walnuts, finely chopped
¼ cup dried sweetened cranberries, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Microwave almond butter in a microwave-safe bowl until softened, about 45 seconds. Stir the softened almond butter until smooth; add honey and mix until smooth and creamy. Stir oats, quinoa flakes, cocoa powder, and salt into butter mixture.
  • Stir coconut, ground flax seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts, and cranberries into oat mixture. Knead dough by hand until well blended.
  • Shape small, bite-sized squares out of the dough, about 2 teaspoonfuls each, and place on a serving dish. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 87.5 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

ENERGY BITES (MOCK LARABAR)



Energy Bites (Mock Larabar) image

Energy bars like Larabars are expensive ($1.75/bar) to buy. But you can easily make them using healthy ingredients. I made mine into small bites, vs. a bar. You can vary the ingredients using chopped dates, dried cherries or raisens or whatever dried fruit you have on hand. Yesterday at Costco I bought dried spiced apples and cranberries for under $3. I also buy my dried blueberries at Costco. Enjoy!

Provided by Jan Marie

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 12-14 cookies (bites), 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup dried cranberries and spiced apple (Costco)
1/2 cup dried blueberries
1/2 cup mixed nuts
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients in a food processor.
  • Pour into a bowl and shape into small round balls. (I use a cookie scoop).
  • Wrap each ball in plastic wrap.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.4, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 76.5, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 2

CARROT CAKE ENERGY BITES



Carrot Cake Energy Bites image

Snack bites of shredded carrots, old-fashioned oats, cinnamon, dates, and nuts are rolled in coconut flakes and chilled for a great mid-day boost.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup Old Fashioned Quaker® Oats
1 cup finely shredded carrots
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup dates, pitted and chopped
⅓ cup finely chopped almonds
⅓ cup coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Stir together first 5 ingredients.
  • Form the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, dip in coconut flakes, and refrigerate an hour before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 2.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

BERRY ALMOND ENERGY BITES



Berry Almond Energy Bites image

Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup raw almonds
1/3 cup dried blueberries
1/3 cup dried tart cherries
1/2 cup pitted dates
2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Reconstitute any of the fruit that is not moist and tender by placing it in a bowl and covering it with warm water. Depending on how dry it is, this could take up to 15 minutes. Drain off the excess water and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Put the almonds in a food processor and process until small pieces form, but before it becomes a paste. Pulse as needed. Add the blueberries, cherries, dates, and flaxseed meal. Pulse until the mixture pulls away from the sides, about 1 minute. If it doesn't, add 1 tablespoon water and process until it does, adding another tablespoon of water if needed. Sprinkle a plate with the coconut and using a 1-tablespoon scoop, portion the mixture into balls, about 24, and drop onto the coconut. Roll in the coconut. Store in an airtight container with any excess coconut in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

COCOA-NUT ALMOND BUTTER ENERGY BITES



Cocoa-Nut Almond Butter Energy Bites image

Cocoa, almond butter, coconut, chia seeds, and oats make easy bite-size energy snacks.

Provided by Quaker®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Quaker® Oats

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup Quaker® Oats (Quick or Old Fashioned, uncooked)
⅔ cup almond butter
2 tablespoons honey
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup shredded coconut
1 tablespoon chia seeds

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Blend until ingredients form a sticky ball. If desired, add salt to taste preference.
  • With slightly wet hands, shape into 12 (about 1-inch diameter) balls.
  • Refrigerate, covered, until chilled.
  • Store leftovers in refrigerator, covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 64.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

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