Almond Chia Energy Bites (Print Version)

Nutritious almond butter, chia seeds, and oats combine for a wholesome no-bake snack.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (100 g), gluten-free if required
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup almond butter (120 g)
05 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (60 ml)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

07 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (40 g, optional)
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mix. Stir thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and cohesive.
03 - Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt evenly throughout the mixture.
04 - With damp hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
05 - Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • No oven required, just your hands and a mixing bowl—done in 15 minutes flat.
  • They taste like you're sneaking dessert while actually nourishing your body.
  • One batch lasts all week in the fridge, perfect for those mornings when breakfast feels impossible.
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too dry, you added the honey too slowly or your almond butter was too thick—a teaspoon more honey fixes this instantly.
  • Damp hands are absolute game-changers for rolling; I learned this after rolling sticky bites for five frustrating minutes with dry hands.
  • The chilling time isn't optional—they'll fall apart if you skip it, even though they're tempting to eat immediately.
03 -
  • Make a double batch and freeze half—future you will be grateful on a hectic Thursday morning.
  • If you're feeling fancy, dip the tops in melted dark chocolate after chilling for that extra touch that makes them feel like a real treat.
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