Easy Energy Bites Recipe (2024)

These easy energy bites are filled with 8 healthy ingredients that pack nutrition into every nibble. They’re the perfect snack to eat on-the-go or to make ahead for a long day.

Sweet and crunchy, these energy balls taste similar to a granola bar. They even have a hint of chocolate from semi-sweet chocolate chips. Ingredients like oats and chia seeds also give these balls a delicious, crunchy texture.

The best part about these balls is that they are simple and quick to make. They’re no bake: all you need to do is mix your ingredients together, chill your dough, and then form them into balls. Store them in your fridge (covered) and they’ll stay good for up to a week.

How do you store these no bake energy bites?

• Store these energy balls in an airtight container or ziploc bag in your fridge for up to a week. The balls will harden when chilled and you can soften them by taking them out a few minutes before eating them to let them come to room temperature.

What’s the best way to form your energy bites?

• Use a large cookie scoop or spoon to create balls that are about 1” in diameter. Once you scoop out your dough, roll the balls in your hands to make them smooth. You can place them on parchment or wax paper as you roll them.

Popular Substitutions & Additions for you energy bites.

• Maple syrup: ​swap out maple syrup for honey to make this recipe
  completely vegan.
• Cranberries or raisins: a​dd some dried fruit for an added sweet, fruity taste!
• Nut butter: ​instead of peanut butter, you can substitute your favorite nut butter.

Easy Energy Bites Recipe

1. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, peanut butter, semisweet chocolate chips, flaxseeds, and chia seeds.
2. Stir in the honey, vanilla and salt. The mixture should be thick enough to hold its shape. If needed, mix in more oats to thicken. If your mixture becomes too thick, add an extra spoonful of peanut butter.
3. Cover and chill the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes.
4. Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, portion out and shape the dough into balls. The balls should be about 1” in diameter.
5. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or plastic bag.

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TOOLS USED FOR THESE EASY ENERGY BITES RECIPE

Measuring cups and spoons:Each cup’s “ml” and cup sizes have passed clearly engraved marking, and you can quickly identify the cup scale according to the color of thehandle.
Cookie Scoops:This set of scoops comes in 3 different sizes for all your scooping needs!