Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printer View)

No-bake energy bites blending almond butter, chia seeds, oats, and optional chocolate chips for wholesome snacking.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if required)
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup almond butter
05 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

07 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using until evenly distributed.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly until sticky and cohesive.
03 - Fold in mini dark chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt evenly throughout the mixture.
04 - Using damp hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
05 - Place formed bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Keep energy bites in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste indulgent enough to feel like a treat, but your body actually thanks you for eating them.
  • Prep takes less time than it takes to order delivery, and they keep all week in the fridge.
  • The texture is that perfect chewy-nutty combo that makes you feel satisfied after just one or two bites.
02 -
  • Cold almond butter is your enemy—warm it slightly or use room-temperature butter, otherwise you'll spend five minutes stirring and still have lumps.
  • Damp hands are non-negotiable; without them you're essentially wrestling with sticky dough and questioning your life choices.
03 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry, add honey one teaspoon at a time rather than dumping more in at once—you can always add, but you can't take it back.
  • Roll them while the mixture is still slightly cool from the fridge if you're struggling with stickiness, and keep a damp cloth nearby to wipe your hands between rolls.
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