Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable)

No-bake almond butter and chia seed bites for a quick, wholesome snack.

# Ingredient list:

→ 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

# How-to:

01 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using.
02 - Stir in almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until mixture becomes sticky and uniform.
03 - Add mini dark chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt, folding gently to combine.
04 - Using damp hands or a small scoop, shape mixture into 1-inch balls.
05 - Arrange bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm.
06 - Keep chilled in an airtight container for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No oven means you can make these while your coffee brews on a lazy Sunday morning.
  • They taste decadent but you know exactly what's in them, so zero guilt allowed.
  • Once chilled, they're the perfect grab-and-go that actually keeps you satisfied between meals.
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too crumbly, add a tablespoon of almond butter at a time until it comes together; if it's too wet, a tablespoon of oats will fix it instantly.
  • Don't skip the chill time—those 30 minutes transform them from soft and shapeless into firm little bites that hold together perfectly.
03 -
  • Wet your hands before rolling each batch so the mixture doesn't stick; a quick rinse between every few bites keeps things moving fast.
  • If you forget to chill them and they fall apart, stir the whole thing back together and chill again—it's a forgiving recipe that doesn't hold grudges.
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