Almond Chia Energy Bites (Print View)

Quick, no-bake almond and chia seed bites packed with oats for a wholesome, energizing snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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

# Step-by-Step Directions:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No oven required, just fifteen minutes between you and a stash of real food that actually tastes good.
  • They hit that perfect sweet spot between indulgent and genuinely nourishing, so you don't feel guilty reaching for a second one.
  • Make a batch on Sunday and forget about snack decisions for days.
02 -
  • Don't skip the chilling step thinking they'll hold together at room temperature—they won't, and you'll end up with a container of sweet crumbs instead of bites.
  • If your mixture feels too dry, add honey one teaspoon at a time rather than dumping more in at once; it's easier to fix than to undo.
03 -
  • Slightly warm almond butter before mixing if it's thick and stiff from the fridge—it combines more smoothly without extra effort.
  • A small cookie scoop takes the guesswork out of sizing and makes you look like you actually have your life together, which counts for something.
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