These protein energy bites will change the way you think about healthy snacking! They’re filled with healthy ingredients designed to give you a boost of energy. Plus, no baking is required, so they are super easy to make!
Looking for more healthy snack ideas? Here are a few of our favorites – Apple Cracker Stacks, Strawberry Lemonade Fruit Leather, and Chocolate Protein Brownies.
No Bake Energy Bites
I have been looking for healthy snacks to help curb my sweet tooth and afternoon cravings for chocolate. These are a great snack to power you through the day, give to kids for after school snacks or to bring along to sports practice. These protein energy bites are a delicious combination of my favorite no-bake cookies and a healthy homemade granola bar recipe that my family loves. The result is what I call “High Fiber and Protein Energy Bites”.
Made with flaxseed and peanut butter, they both are high in protein. The raisins and flaxseeds inside are also high in fiber. The oatmeal and granola offer whole grains, while the walnuts and almonds offer healthy fatty omegas. Finally, the syrup and honey, cocoa and vanilla offer a healthier option to sweeten the mix instead of using sugars, chocolate chips, etc. To be honest, I never thought this much protein and fiber could taste so good! Give them a try and see if you fall in love with them too!
How To Make Energy Bites
Mix – Place all of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl and then mix everything until fully combined. There’s no need to add the ingredients in any special order. Just throw it all in and starting mixing.
Chill – Place the bowl into the refrigerator for about an hour to let the ingredients set to make the energy balls easier to form.
Let It Roll – Remove the mixture from the fridge and roll them into golf ball sized energy balls. I will typically use a cookie scoop to make it a little easier.
Recipe Tips
Honey Substitute – If you have a dietary restriction with honey, you can easily substitute it with maple syrup.
Mix It Up – Add or substitute any of your other favorite healthy ingredients to the recipe.
How To Store Them – Place the energy bites into an airtight container and keep them in the fridge. They can be stored this way for about 2 weeks.
Can You Freeze Energy Bites – Yes, they can be kept frozen for up to 3 months. Just make sure you place them in a freezer safe container before freezing them. I usually make a triple batch and freeze the extras so I have plenty on hand.
More Healthy Recipes
- Yogurt Breakfast Bar
- Healthy Meal Plans
- Slim Fast Smoothies
- Baked BBQ Chicken
- Grilled Pesto Shrimp Skewers
Healthy eating never tasted so good! Let us know if you make these protein energy bites by leaving us a comment below. If you take these on a hike, tag us on social media so we can see all the fun you’re having!
Energy Bites Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup oatmeal, I used old fashioned organic oats
- ½ cup gluten-free granola mix
- ½ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup walnuts , or almonds
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- ½ to ¾ cup maple syrup , you could also use 1/3 cup honey*
- 1 Tbsp natural cocoa
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients {in no particular order} in a mixing bowl and mix until well blended.
- Place in the fridge for 30-60 minutes to let them set up.
- Remove from fridge and roll into golf ball sized balls.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- I chose not to use honey this go around because I’ve read that honey shouldn’t be consumed by children under 1 years of age and I am breastfeeding and didn’t want to chance anything. So maple syrup it was and it worked great!
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Other Notes
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jennifer is a budget savvy mama, wife and blogger who shares haw to live a healthier life on less! Follow her lifestyle tips at BlissfullyEverAfter.net. She was a Somewhat Simple Creative Team member in 2012.
Very tasty and super easy. Question: what is the macronutrient breakdown of the 112cals?
I wish I knew! This post was written a while ago by a past contributor, and I am not good at calculating macros like she was! Sorry about that!! 🙁
do you happen to know how much fiber is in this recipe
Approximately 2 grams per ball, but it can definitely differ with the brands you choose.
I just love snacking on these throughout the day. Such a great recipe!
Thanks Penny!
I loved this recipe! How much mixing is required? Do I need a blender? Also, my initial balls didn’t stick well enough together until after I cooled them in the fridge. Any other suggestions to improve stickiness?
By vanilla you mean vanilla extract??
Yep! 🙂
Perfect snacks for on the go.
They sure are!
I need to make these for our upcoming road trip!
They’re perfect for road trips! It helps me stay away from all the garbage I usually eat along the way.:)
I was surprised (and happy) to find that my kiddo enjoyed these so much!
My kids love them too!
What a great snack recipe for in between meals! These look so flavorful and easy too!
You’ll love them!
These energy bites are so delicious and easy!
I’m glad you liked them!
What’s the serving size and how many does this recipe make?
I can usually get about 24 balls out of this recipe.
How many do u have in 1 sitting is the question? Is it just 1 ball?
I usually just have 1. They are very filling!
what is the granola mix exactly?
Its just a bag of granola, sometimes with other grains mixed in. You can find it in the cereal aisles and the health food aisles too. 🙂
I’m obsessed with these. I use honey to sweeten them & add a tsp extra of cocoa and vanilla. Hands down…this is one of the best Pinterest recipes I’ve tried. I make them weekly & find myself craving them 🙂
Ooh yum! These sounds like the perfect on the go snack that is still healthy. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Shannah! Have you made them yet? I just made a batch the other day and they never fail to amaze me 🙂 Hope your new year is off to a GREAT start! Cheers!
xo, Jennifer