Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites
Make a batch or two of these delicious and portable energy bites on the weekend and use them as healthy snacks throughout the week to beat between-meal hunger. Or, pair two energy bites with a small nonfat latte for an on-the-go breakfast that will keep you energized all morning.
Servings Prep Time
12 10 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
0 1 hour refrigeration time
Servings Prep Time
12 10 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
0 1 hour refrigeration time
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Stir oats, cinnamon, raisins and coconut together in a medium bowl until all ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
  2. Add almond butter, pressing it into the oat mixture using a spatula or spoon until evenly dispersed.
  3. Press and knead the mixture with your hands until all of the ingredients are mixed together and form a large ball.
  4. Divide into 12 pieces, rolling each into a small ball. Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld before eating. Energy bites can be stored, refrigerated, for up to two weeks.
Recipe Notes

Try these variations: 

  • Use peanut or sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter. 
  • Use dried cranberries, apples, or apricots instead of raisins.
  • Use pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving (1 energy bite)

CALORIES: 165, PROTEIN: 5g, FAT: 10g fat (3g saturated), CARBOHYDRATE: 18g, FIBER: 3g, SUGAR 8g, SODIUM: 34mg, CALCIUM:58mg (6% DV), 0mg cholesterol.