Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable)

Nutritious almond butter, chia seeds, oats, and honey combine for a quick energizing snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (use 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

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using.
02 - Incorporate almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the blend is sticky and uniform.
03 - Gently fold in 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 - Arrange bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Keep the energy bites in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste indulgent but you know exactly what's in them—no weird ingredients hiding in the back.
  • Fifteen minutes from start to finish means you can make a week's worth of snacks on a lazy Sunday.
  • They keep in the fridge for days, which means less scrambling when hunger hits at 3 p.m.
02 -
  • Wet hands are essential—I learned this the hard way, trying to roll these with dry hands and watching them crumble; damp hands change everything.
  • The chilling time is not optional; skipping it means bites that don't hold together and turn to crumbs in your pocket.
03 -
  • Let them chill in the coldest part of your fridge rather than just the regular shelf—the extra chill time makes them firm and satisfying to bite into.
  • If your almond butter is very thick or oil-heavy, give it a quick stir before measuring so you get consistent portions every time.
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