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These energy bites made with oatmeal are a great snack that the entire family will enjoy!
Have you had a snacking crisis?
If you’re looking for a homemade simple snack recipe, try these no-bake oatmeal energy bites. They taste like a yummy no-bake cookie, are fun to make, and most importantly – they are kid-approved! This recipe was originally shared with my children 8 years ago, when they were younger. They still love it today!
The oatmeal energy balls recipe has over 2,000,000 views and is one of the most popular recipes on our site. This tells me that many of my readers also love this snack! 😋
You should not eat the mixture. If you wait, I promise that the end product will be delicious.
These measurements can be used as a general guide when creating your energy bites.
They can be customized to meet your nutritional and taste needs. If you feel that adding an extra ingredient (such as nuts, dried fruits or candies) would take these oatmeal energy bites to the next level, go for it. Just make sure you let us know how they turned out. If you think an additional ingredient (think nuts, dried fruits, candies, etc.) would bring these oatmeal energy bites up to the next level then go for it. Just make sure you tell us how they turn out. 😉
Here are a few other oatmeal energy bites “mix-ins” to consider as ideas:
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Oatmeal Energy Bites
yield: 24 SERVINGS
Prepare for the event: 1 HOUR AND 20 MINUTES
The cook-time: 15 MINUTES
Total time: 1 HOUR AND 35 MINUTES
If you’re looking for a healthy and easy snack idea, try these no-bake oatmeal bites that are kid-approved!
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Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
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Roll out small balls, about the size of a teaspoon and place them on a baking pan covered in parchment paper.
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You can either freeze them or put them in the fridge for about one hour.
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You can eat the leftovers immediately or store them in Tupperware in your fridge or freezer.
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1
Quantity per Serving:
87 Calories | 4.9g Fat | 10.0g Total Carbs | 1.3g Fiber | 6.3g Sugar | 1.9g Protein | 8.7g Net Carbs
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Here are some tips for making energy bites with oatmeal:
- You can substitute ingredients depending on what you have available, such as substituting honey with maple syrup or agave. Try crunchy peanut butter in place of almond butter to add a crunchy texture.
- Have trouble rolling energy bites into balls? Some readers suggested that the mixture be chilled a little before rolling.
- The prep time includes an hour for chilling. They are great for making ahead, as you can store these in a ziplock or container in the freezer.
- Looking for some extra flavor? We’ve made these oatmeal energy bites with pumpkin. If you’re a fan of all things pumpkin-flavored, this version is a must!
- Some readers suggested that rolled oats be added to the food processor before adding the oats for a smoother texture.
It’s so simple and great for a quick bite!
Poppable energy bites require only minimal ingredients, are easy to make, and do not require baking. These energy bites are great for an afternoon snack, and they’re also easy to pack when you travel. I typically throw them in a cooler for my daughter’s softball tournaments instead of buying granola or protein bars.
Next, try our 3 ingredient chocolate peanut butter banana balls!
The writer:
Lina is a graduate of Northern Arizona University and has been blogging and photographing for 11 years. Her work has appeared in Today.com as well as Martha Stewart’s Country Living, Fox News and Buzzfeed.