You know how you crave sweets but don't want all the calories that come with it? These easy, no-bake energy bites are vegan and paleo and you can eat them without the guilt because there's no sugar added. But, they do offer a healthy dose of fat and fiber.
Somewhere mid-January I stopped following through with my NY resolution of losing weight and started closely watching my figure ... grow. Every time there's a dessert in front of me I'd tell myself I'll start my diet tomorrow.
Fifteen additional pounds later and I'm looking for a healthy alternative.
These energy bites are delicious, good for you, and super easy to make. I used everything I already had on hand: leftover almonds from a mixed nuts jar (apparently nobody eats almonds), coconut, and dates.
Don't you keep dates in your pantry? You should. Try them with tahini sauce, it's to die for (from excess weight, ha).
And although these yummy bites are sitting in my fridge, as I'm writing this my husband brings me some apple pie with vanilla ice cream. "You need some energy." My energy is in the fridge, duh!
But I can't blame him for sabotaging my attempt to lose weight as I have no self-discipline. I ate the darn pie while muttering something under my breath. No wonder I've got 15 pounds to lose.
Ingredients:
- unsalted almonds
- shredded unsweetened coconut
- coconut oil
- pitted dates
- vanilla extract
- milled flaxseed (optional)
Directions:
- Combine almonds and coconut in a food processor until crumbly.
- Add the oil, dates, vanilla, and flaxseed if using and process again until mixture holds together.
- Using half a tablespoon measure, spoon out mixture and roll between your hands to form balls.
- Coat each ball in the remaining coconut.
- Store refrigerated in an airtight container or a plastic bag for up to a week.
Liked this recipe? Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section. Your feedback is always appreciated! Stay in touch through Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook! Don't forget to sign up for my email list below too!
No Bake Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted almonds
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, plus more for rolling
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 ½ cups dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milled flaxseed, optional
Instructions
- Combine almonds and coconut in a food processor until crumbly.
- Add the oil, dates, vanilla, and flaxseed if using and process again until mixture holds together.
- Using half a tablespoon measure, spoon out mixture and roll between your hands to form balls.
- Coat each ball in the remaining coconut.
- Store refrigerated in an airtight container or a plastic bag for up to a week.
Teresa - Aging Like a Fine Wine says
I've put together some energy bites once before, but no one but me seemed crazy about the flavor (you might know!). These sound much better and I will be trying your recipe! Thank you for linking up to the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty! Shared!
Jas says
As long as you don't tell them it's healthy they'll everything in sight, LOL
Christina Makri says
It is a great recipe and no bake???!!!! Thank you, thank you 🙂 Pin it!!!
Jas says
It is no bake, Christina! 😀 Thanks for stopping in!!!
Jan Wild says
Yum, they sound delicious and as you say easy to make. Pinning the recipe for later. Thanks
Jas says
Thank you, Jan!
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook says
These sound like the perfect snack to enjoy during my Whole30 adventure! Yum! Thanks for sharing!
Jas says
Yay, I'm glad you like them 😀
Thrifty Campers says
These look simply amazing and family easy to make as well.
Jas says
Thank you! They are really easy to make 🙂
Grammy Dee from Grammy's Grid says
These look tasty and I like that they're no bake! Thank you Jas for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared your post on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Jas says
Thanks, Dee, and thanks for stopping in!
Jas says
Definitely a win-win!
Clearissa Coward says
Oooooh these look delish! Thanks for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I have shared on social media.
Jas says
Thank you 🙂
Richella Parham says
These look DELICIOUS! I've wanted to try one of these recipes, but most of them require stuff that I just don't keep on hand. Thank you for publishing a recipe made from things that I keep in my pantry (and yes, I do have dates!).
Thanks for joining the Grace at Home party. I'm featuring you this week!
Jas says
Thanks, Richella! That's exactly how I came to make them. Sweet tooth and looking through my pantry, lol. Those are usually the best creations 😀
Michelle Leslie says
Don't these look super yummy Jas and it's something I can make too 😉 Not sure how long they last though, we'd probably finish them in a day
Jas says
Haha, same here but at least they're not so bad for you 😀 Thanks for stopping in, Michelle!
Miz Helen says
This time of the year it gets so busy and I love a great grab and go like your energy bites! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday. Have a great week and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
Jas says
You're absolutely right! I hate winter but am looking forward to it and some downtime 🙂
Carlee says
Watching your figure grow is now fun... but neither is working to make it shrink! ;-P These look like something to take the pain away. I should make a batch!
Jas says
No, it's not, unfortunately. These do help, especially if you're an emotional eater like me, lol.
Ellie says
Delicious! I love the combination of almonds and coconut! 🙂
Jas says
It's the best, isn't it? Thank you for visiting!
Mrs Shoes says
Dammit Jas, I thought you were going to let me eat rum truffles for breakfast.... 15lbs? You are not alone... Just more of you to love Baby (as would say Mr Shoes & any other wise man. Like the darling man who delivers pie ala mode to his beloved).
Jas says
When you put it that way, I might gain more, haha. Rum truffles for breakfast? Yes, please!
Healthy World Cuisine says
So delicious and simple. Boys love these little bites. We keep them in the freezer just so we don't OD... LOL Sharing, of course!
Jas says
Ha, ha that's a brilliant idea. I'll freeze them next time. Too late for this batch, LOL
Amanda Wren-Grimwood says
These look so delicious and healthy. I'm not sure I could stop at one or two though!
Jas says
It's really hard, but if you eat more it's not so bad for you 😉