Looking for simple, healthy and kid-friendly snacks to make ahead for the week? Then try these 3 No-Bake Oatmeal Energy Bites!
Each made with oats and nut butter, they make for a great grab-n-go snack that you can enjoy without the guilt. Guaranteed to please your sweet tooth and tips on how to make your own so that your taste buds will never grow bored.
3 NO-BAKE OATMEAL ENERGY BITES
If you’re here, you’ve got a sweet tooth. Am I right? Looking for something to kick that sweet tooth monster to the curb without indulging in your favorite candy bar, brownie or cake? Then try these bites! All three are very easy to make, coming together in the food processor in 10 minutes.
They are a great healthy option to make ahead, whether for breakfast on-the-go, as an after school snack, or a treat to accompany your meal prepped lunch!
These bite ideas came about after getting so much feedback on Instagram over my Healthy No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bites! The excitement from everyone had me floored! Also, I can’t lie – I started making these balls to also use up some items in my pantry.
Do you ever go on a baking streak and then out of nowhere you are sugared out and no longer in the mood to bake? That’s what happened to me. Bake, bake, bake and then crashed. HA. I think it was due to the holidays being in full force and needing so many ingredients for recipes to take to get togethers and family functions – I was stockpiled. Therefore, it was a great day to clean out the pantry!
So if you have any items that sound delicious to you that need pulled out of the pantry and used — get them! The options are endless to what you can put into protein bites like these.
NO-BAKE BITE INGREDIENT SUGGESTIONS:
- Chocolate chips
- Nuts – of any kind. I recommend unsalted or lightly salted
- Dates
- Dried fruits, such as cranberries or raisins
- Seeds – chia, sunflower, etc.
- Anything you would put into trail mix!
1. NO-BAKE BANANA BREAD BITES
Filled with oats, almond butter, pecans, and the perfect banana bread seasoning. If you’re a banana bread lover, then you will adore these bites! Great served with a cup of coffee in the morning as you’re headed out the door.
2. NO-BAKE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BITES
One of my absolute favorites! Chocolate + peanut butter come together in a perfectly blended and delicious concoction. These are a constant remake in this house. Filled with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, oatmeal, and peanut butter. This is a sweet tooth’s dream.
3. NO-BAKE ALMOND JOY BITES
A snack I don’t have to share with my husband! YAY! 🙂 Filled with delicious coconut flakes, cocoa powder, oatmeal, and the perfect amount of almond flavoring. Chocolatey, crunchy goodness. If you love Almond Joy candy bars, you will certainly enjoy these bites!
HELPFUL TIPS WHEN MAKING THESE BITES:
- Use a cookie scoop to portion control and roll these bites. It’s so much easier and less messy than a spoon. Trust me!
- If the mixture appears to be too dry, simply add more honey/maple syrup or nut butter. Sometimes adding 1-2 tablespoons of water helps, too!
- If the mixture appears to be too wet, add 1-2 tablespoons of oatmeal at a time until it thickens up.
- Not a fan of the nut butter listed? Swap it out for the nut butter of your choosing.
- When not indulging it is best to keep these bites stored in the refrigerator or freezer in an airtight container. They will keep in the fridge for up to 1 week and in the freezer for up to 1 month.
- Use parchment paper to divide the bites if stacking in a small container. This will help prevent them from sticking together as they sit.
- The mixture may require some time to chill (thicken up) in the fridge prior to rolling. I recommend 15-20 minutes or so.
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- Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
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3 No-Bake Oatmeal Energy Bites
Ingredients:
Banana Bread Bites:
- 2 medium bananas, (ripe or overripe)
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup maple syrup, (or honey)
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon, (more or less, to taste)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup crushed pecans
Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites:
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey, (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1-2 tbsp water, (as needed)
Almond Joy Bites:
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey, (or maple syrup )
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions:
Banana Bread Bites:
- Combine all ingredients, minus the crushed pecans, into a food processor and process until thoroughly mixed and thickened. 2-3 minutes.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to thicken, if needed to thicken.
- Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, roll out 15-16 balls. Squeeze firmly together, if needed, and roll tightly.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Or into a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 1 month.
Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites:
- Combine all ingredients, minus the crushed pecans, into a food processor and process until thoroughly mixed and thickened. 2-3 minutes.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to thicken, if needed to thicken.
- Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, roll out 15-16 balls. Squeeze firmly together, if needed, and roll tightly.
- Add the mini chocolate chips to a place and gently, but firmly press each ball into the chips, coating the outside of each one. Re-roll, if needed
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Or into a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 1 month.
Almond Joy Bites:
- Combine all ingredients, minus the sliced almonds and 1/4 cup coconut flakes, into a food processor and process until thoroughly mixed and thickened. 2-3 minutes.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to thicken, if needed to thicken.
- Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, roll out 15-16 balls. Squeeze firmly together, if needed, and roll tightly.
- Layer 1/4 cup sliced almonds (crushed) and 1/4 cup of unsweetened coconut flakes onto a plate. Roll or press each ball into the mixture and re-roll, if needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Or into a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 1 month.
Notes:
HELPFUL TIPS WHEN MAKING THESE BITES:
- Use a cookie scoop to portion control and roll these bites. It's so much easier and less messy than a spoon. Trust me!
- If the mixture appears to be too dry, simply add more honey/maple syrup or nut butter. Sometimes adding 1-2 tablespoons of water helps, too!
- If the mixture appears to be too wet, add 1-2 tablespoons of oatmeal at a time until it thickens up.
- Not a fan of the nut butter listed? Swap it out for the nut butter of your choosing.
- When not indulging it is best to keep these bites stored in the refrigerator or freezer in an airtight container. They will keep in the fridge for up to 1 week and in the freezer for up to 1 month.
- Use parchment paper to divide the bites if stacking in a small container. This will help prevent them from sticking together as they sit.
- The mixture may require some time to chill (thicken up) in the fridge prior to rolling. I recommend 15-20 minutes or so.
This looks so good! I love the variety and simplicity of each recipe!
Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
I can’t wait to try this! Do they freeze well?