Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable)

Wholesome bites combining almond butter, chia seeds, and oats for quick, nutritious energy.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using.
02 - Add almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is cohesive and sticky.
03 - Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt.
04 - With 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 at least 30 minutes to firm.
06 - Keep bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No oven means you're done before you know it, and your kitchen stays cool.
  • They taste like you're splurging on yourself, but they're packed with protein and fiber.
  • One batch disappears before the week ends, and somehow that feels like a win.
02 -
  • Don't skip chilling them—it's the difference between a crumbly mess and bites that actually hold their shape.
  • If your almond butter is too thick, warm it slightly first; it should be spreadable but still thick enough to bind.
03 -
  • Slightly softened almond butter at room temperature mixes in faster without lumps, but don't let it get warm or the chocolate will melt.
  • A cookie scoop makes every bite uniform and the whole process feel less like assembling and more like creating something real.
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