Cherry Bomb Energy Bites (Print Version)
No-bake bites with tart cherries, oats, and chocolate deliver energy in each flavorful, satisfying snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
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1/2 cup dried tart cherries, chopped
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1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
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1/4 cup chopped almonds
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2 tablespoons chia seeds
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1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup creamy almond butter
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1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, add rolled oats, chopped dried tart cherries, dark chocolate chips, chopped almonds, chia seeds, and fine sea salt. Stir to evenly distribute all dry components.
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In a separate small bowl, mix creamy almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and pure vanilla extract until a cohesive and smooth mixture forms.
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Pour the blended wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the contents are evenly combined and the mixture appears uniformly sticky.
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Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Arrange on a tray lined with parchment paper.
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Refrigerate formed bites for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow proper setting. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
# Additional Tips:
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Swap almond butter for peanut or sunflower seed butter if preferred, or substitute almonds with pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option. Incorporate 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut for additional texture and flavor.