Description
Cherry Cranberry Energy Bites are a tasty and nutritious snack perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/3 cup raw almonds, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats if required)
- 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Begin by placing the rolled oats, dried cherries, dried cranberries, chopped almonds, and chia seeds in a large mixing bowl. Stir these ingredients thoroughly, ensuring each component is evenly distributed before moving on to the wet ingredients.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the creamy almond butter and honey (or maple syrup). Heat this mixture gently in the microwave for about 20 to 30 seconds, just long enough to make it smooth and pourable. Once heated, stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt for added flavor.
- Pour the warmed almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the large bowl. Using a spatula or your hands, mix everything together until the dry ingredients are fully coated and the mixture feels sticky and cohesive.
- Once the mixtures are well combined, it’s time to portion them into energy bites! Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and roll it into small balls with your hands. Place each ball onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Finally, place the tray of energy bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up. Once they’ve set, you can transfer them to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 kcal per bite
- Sodium: 1 mg per bite
- Protein: 2 g per bite