Description
These incredibly easy, no-bake almond butter energy bites are a nutritious and delicious way to fuel busy families on the go. They combine healthy fats, protein, and fiber for a satisfying start to any day or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.5 cup creamy almond butter (120g, or cashew butter)
- 1 cup rolled oats (90g, use certified gluten-free oats if needed)
- 0.25 cup natural sweetener (60ml, honey or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed (14g)
- (Optional) Chia Seeds
- (Optional) Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
- (Optional) Vanilla Extract
- (Optional) Mini Chocolate Chips
- (Optional) Cinnamon
- (Optional) Vanilla or unflavored Protein Powder
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine your creamy almond butter and natural sweetener until smooth and evenly blended (mix for 2-3 minutes).
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in oats, ground flaxseed, and any chosen boosters. Mix until a thick, uniform dough forms and the mixture feels cohesive (about 2-3 minutes).
- Roll Your Bites: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture using a cookie scoop and roll it between your palms into firm, bite-sized balls. If the mixture feels too dry to bind, splash in 1-2 teaspoons more sweetener.
- Chill and Enjoy: Place your rolled Almond Butter Energy Bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up nicely before serving.
Notes
If the mixture is too sticky, gradually add more rolled oats; if too dry, add more almond butter or sweetener. For a different texture, press the mixture into an 8×8-inch pan and cut into bars instead of rolling balls. Store chilled for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120 calories
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: almond butter, energy bites, no-bake, healthy snack, quick, easy, protein, fiber