Sugar-Free No-Bake Energy Bites
Fuel your day with these *Sugar-Free No-Bake Energy Bites*—a wholesome, guilt-free snack packed with natural goodness! Made with nutrient-dense ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, and unsweetened applesauce, these energy bites deliver a perfect balance of fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein. The addition of almond butter, desiccated coconut, and a touch of cinnamon creates a rich, nutty flavor profile, while dried cranberries and sugar-free dark chocolate chips add a pop of sweetness without any refined sugar. With no baking required and just 15 minutes of prep, these bite-sized treats are ideal for busy lifestyles—perfect as a grab-and-go snack, post-workout refuel, or a healthy dessert option. Store them in the fridge to enjoy their chewy, flavorful goodness all week long! Whether you're looking for healthy snacking inspiration or a quick recipe to curb your cravings, these no-bake energy bites are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Natural almond butter
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseeds
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Dried unsweetened cranberries or other preferred dried fruit
- 0.25 cup Mini dark chocolate chips (sugar-free)
- 0.25 cup Applesauce (unsweetened)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, and desiccated coconut. Stir to mix evenly.
Add the almond butter and unsweetened applesauce to the dry ingredients and mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and hold together.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to distribute the flavors.
Fold in the dried cranberries and mini dark chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the mixture.
Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter, rolling between your palms until firm.
Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate the energy bites for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set.
Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1893 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.3 g | 187% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.9 g | ||
| Protein | 47.9 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1655 mg | 35% | |
*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.
