Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable)

No-bake bites combining almond butter, chia seeds, and oats for a nourishing snack.

# What you'll need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free if necessary
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

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, mix the 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 is uniformly sticky.
03 - Fold in the chocolate chips and sea salt evenly throughout the mixture.
04 - Using damp hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
05 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Keep the bites in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in 15 minutes with zero baking required, perfect for when you need something real fast.
  • No weird ingredients or long shopping lists—just wholesome things you probably already have.
  • They taste like a treat but actually keep you full and energized, which feels like cheating.
02 -
  • Don't skip the chilling step—they need that time to set properly, or you'll end up with sticky fingers and regrets.
  • Wet hands are your secret weapon when rolling; dry hands make the process needlessly frustrating.
03 -
  • If your mixture feels too crumbly, add a tiny bit more honey or almond butter—precision isn't necessary here, just feel your way to the right consistency.
  • Dark chocolate chips make the biggest difference in taste; they're worth buying good ones.
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