This No-Bake Energy Bites recipe is easy to make, full of feel-good ingredients, and irresistibly delicious. A healthy protein packed snack!
MAIN INGREDIENTS
Nuts – Raw Cashew nuts, Walnuts and Pecans, you can also use roasted unsalted nuts.
Oats – 3/4 cup Rolled oats, I have used sprouted rolled oats.
Sweetener – Pitted Madjool dates and Unsweetened Applesauce (store-bough or homemade)
Spices – Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Ginger powder.
Other ingredient – 1 medium size, peeled and shredded carrot, 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes
HERE ARE MY STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS WITH PHOTOS
STEP 1 :
Combine the cashews, oats, dates, applesauce and spices (nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon) and add to a food processor or blender until a chunky dough forms.
STEP 2 :
Add the shredded carrots, walnuts and pecans until thoroughly mixed.
STEP 3 :
- Add the shredded coconut to a separate bowl.
- Take a spoonful of dough and roll into individual bite-sized balls (about 1 inch), then roll in the shredded coconut and place on a plate or baking dish.
STEP 4 : Resting
Place the balls in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
STEP 5 : Serving
A perfect protein rich energy bite is ready to be served.
TIPS AND TRICKS:
For Sticky dough: If they are too sticky add a few more tablespoons of powdered oats.
Try rolling the bites after they have been refrigerated. This makes rolling them so much easier. If you are still having trouble rolling them try wetting your hands lightly with water. The water helps to be able to work the dough into a ball without sticking.
Rest time is a must. Don’t skip the resting time. This is when the oats will absorb some of the moisture and will help everything stick together.
Variations: Add 1 tbsp of Protein powder (plain or flavored) of your choice and blend along with cashew and oats. This will provide you additional protein to your body.
Instead of rolling out into balls the mixture can be placed in a square baking dish lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate and cut to make no bake energy bars!
Storing: Store leftover energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Description
This No-Bake Energy Bites recipe is easy to make, full of feel-good ingredients, and irresistibly delicious. A healthy protein packed snack!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the cashews, oats, dates, applesauce and spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger) and add to a food processor or blender until a chunky dough forms.
- Add the shredded carrots, walnuts and pecans until thoroughly mixed.
- Add the shredded coconut to a separate bowl.
- Take a spoonful of dough and roll into individual bite-sized balls (about 1 inch), then roll in the shredded coconut and place on a plate or baking dish.
- Place the balls in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes before serving.
Notes & Tips
- For Sticky dough: If they are too sticky add a few more tablespoons of powdered oats.
- Try rolling the bites after they have been refrigerated. This makes rolling them so much easier. If you are still having trouble rolling them try wetting your hands lightly with water. The water helps to be able to work the dough into a ball without sticking.
- Rest time is a must. Don’t skip the resting time. This is when the oats will absorb some of the moisture and will help everything stick together.
- Variations: Add 1 tbsp of Protein powder (plain or flavored) of your choice and blend along with cashew and oats. This will provide you additional protein to your body.
- Instead of rolling out into balls the mixture can be placed in a square baking dish lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate and cut to make no bake energy bars!
- Storing: Store leftover energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.