High Protein No-Bake Energy Bites
Fuel your day with these irresistible High Protein No-Bake Energy Bites—an easy and nutritious snack perfect for busy mornings, post-workout refuels, or midday cravings. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and flaxseed meal, these bites offer a satisfying blend of fiber, healthy fats, and protein to keep you energized. The natural sweetness of honey or maple syrup pairs beautifully with creamy peanut butter, while dark chocolate chips and dried cranberries add an indulging touch of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this grab-and-go snack is free of refined sugars and can be tailored to dietary preferences. Perfect for meal prep enthusiasts, simply roll, refrigerate, and enjoy these deliciously chewy bites whenever you need a nutritious pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup protein powder
- 0.75 cup natural peanut butter
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries or raisins
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and protein powder.
Add natural peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) to the dry ingredients. Stir to combine.
Mix in chia seeds, flaxseed meal, and vanilla extract until well combined. The mixture should be sticky and hold together.
Fold in dark chocolate chips and dried cranberries (or raisins) until evenly distributed.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, take small amounts of mixture and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands.
Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate the energy bites for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up.
Store energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.0 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1064 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.0 g | ||
| Protein | 114.7 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2289 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
