Description
Energy Bites (10 Flavors!) are your go-to snack for a quick energy boost without the guilt! These no-bake treats come together in just 20 minutes, making them perfect for busy lifestyles. Customizable with ten delicious flavors, they cater to every palate while being gluten-free, dairy-free, and easily made vegan. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and dried fruits, these bites offer a nutritious alternative to traditional snacks. Whether you need a post-workout pick-me-up or a sweet treat for kids, these Energy Bites will satisfy your cravings while providing lasting energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flax or chia seeds
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or nut/seed butter of choice
- 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
- Pinch of salt (or to taste)
- Flavor Variations
- 1/2 cup M&M's (for Chocolate Peanut Butter)
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder (for Chocolate Peanut Butter)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (for Chocolate Peanut Butter)
- 1/2 cup fruit juice sweetened dried blueberries (for Blueberry Lemon)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for Blueberry Lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (for Blueberry Lemon)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for Blueberry Lemon)
- 3/4 cup freeze dried strawberries (for Strawberry Lemonade)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for Strawberry Lemonade)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for Strawberry Lemonade)
- 1/8 tsp almond extract (for Strawberry Lemonade)
- 3/4 cup freeze dried apples (for Apple Cinnamon)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (for Apple Cinnamon)
- Pinch of nutmeg (for Apple Cinnamon)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for Apple Cinnamon)
- 1/2 cup raisins or finely chopped pecans (for Raisin Pecan Delight)
- 1/2 cup dried tart cherries (for Cherry Almond Crunch)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for Cherry Almond Crunch)
- 2 tsp fresh lemon juice (for Cherry Almond Crunch)
- 1/8 tsp almond extract (for Cherry Almond Crunch)
- 2 scoops (6 tablespoons) vanilla collagen or plant-based protein (for Funfetti Treats)
- 1.25 ounce package sprinkles (or 8 teaspoons) (for Funfetti Treats)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and ground flax or chia seeds. Add any spices if making a flavored version.
- Mix in your chosen nut butter, maple syrup or honey, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Add any additional flavor-specific ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the mixture into bite-sized pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nut butters for diverse flavors. Chill the bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to firm them up. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.