Almond Chia Energy Bites (Printable)

No-bake almond butter and chia seed bites, perfect for a nutritious snack anytime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (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

# Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut if using.
02 - Incorporate almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture; stir until sticky and fully combined.
03 - Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt.
04 - Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls using damp hands or a small cookie scoop.
05 - Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
06 - Store bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in 15 minutes with zero oven anxiety or timing stress.
  • One batch keeps you fueled through three days of unpredictable hunger.
  • You can customize them based on whatever's in your pantry without feeling like you're cheating the recipe.
02 -
  • Damp hands are crucial, not optional—they're the difference between a smooth rolling process and a frustrating mess.
  • Almond butter needs to be fully stirred in before you even think about shaping, or you'll have pockets of separated nut butter in some bites.
03 -
  • If your kitchen runs warm, refrigerate your mixing bowl before combining ingredients so the almond butter doesn't warm up and get too loose.
  • A slightly stiff mixture rolls better than a loose one, so don't oversaturate with honey—you can always add more, but you can't take it back.
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