Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable Version)

Nutritious no-bake bites blending almond butter, chia seeds, oats, and optional chocolate chips.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (100 g), gluten-free if required
02 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup almond butter (120 g)
05 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (60 ml)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

07 - 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (40 g, optional)
08 - Pinch of sea salt

# How-To Steps:

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, stirring until mixture is fully combined and sticky.
03 - Fold in mini dark chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt.
04 - Using damp hands or a small cookie scoop, roll mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls.
05 - Place bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're dangerously easy to make—honestly easier than deciding what snack to grab.
  • One batch lasts all week, which means you actually have something wholesome waiting when hunger strikes.
  • They taste indulgent enough to feel like a treat but wholesome enough to eat without guilt.
02 -
  • Damp hands are non-negotiable when rolling; dry hands and almond butter are enemies, and you'll end up frustrated and covered in mixture.
  • Don't skip the chilling step even if you're impatient; the cold is what transforms these from sticky clumps into bites that actually hold their shape.
03 -
  • Use natural almond butter without added sugars or oils; it makes a real difference in texture and keeps these from becoming too oily.
  • If your mixture feels too dry, add another tablespoon of honey or almond butter rather than liquid; this keeps the texture right.
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