Cranberry Almond Energy Bites are a protein packed recipe that you can store in your freezer for a healthy and convenient snack or breakfast. Loaded with wholesome foods like chia seeds, ground flaxseed, peanut butter and almonds, they have plenty of protein, fiber and healthy fats to fill you up and give you the energy you need to conquer your day!
Healthy Energy Bites
I am not a big breakfast person, in the sense that I am not going to wake up early to go cook some eggs and bacon before work. I usually grab a pre-packaged breakfast bar or muffin at the store before I head into work.
I wanted to make a healthier option without all the preservatives so I made a batch of these Cranberry Almond Energy Bites. I bagged up these little nuggets of goodness in storage bags and popped them in the freezer.
How to Make Cranberry Energy Balls
I love that these protein packed balls are so easy to make. Toast up your coconut and almonds in the oven and toss them with everything else in a large bowl. If you are short on time, you can skip the toasting step, but it does add a better flavor to the final recipe.
When everything is mixed up well, scoop these out into one inch balls and roll them together between your hands. You will want to work while the mixture is still warm because once it starts to cool, the mixture will dry and be more difficult to work with.
If you find that the mixture is a little too dry to start with, just microwave a little bit more peanut butter and add it to the mix.
Easy Snack Recipe Prep
As I am rushing out the door before work I grab a couple of these from the freezer and by the time I get to my desk they are thawed and ready for me to enjoy! This is the beauty of meal prepping.
If I am in a pinch for a quick snack or want a couple for breakfast on the weekend, I can just pop them in the microwave for 20 seconds. These are also great at the end of the work day so I have the energy to get through my workout at the gym.
In addition to these Cranberry Almond Energy Bites,I like to mix things up with these Blueberry Dark Chocolate Energy Bites or Monster Energy Bites. They make for one of my favorite healthy snacks!
I am putting more effort into planning ahead with my food for the week. I find that if I have healthy and delicious options like this already prepped and on hand, I am much more likely to make smart choices throughout the hectic work week. What are some of your best tips for staying on track?
More Healthy Snack Recipes!
- Fruit & Chocolate Tray
- Blueberry Dark Chocolate Superfood Trail Mix
- Strawberry Salsa
- Skinny Peanut Butter Frozen Whips
- Spicy Kale Chips
Cranberry Almond Energy Bites
Cranberry Almond Energy Bites are a protein packed recipe that you can store in your freezer for a healthy and convenient snack or breakfast. Loaded with nutritional foods like chia seeds, ground flaxseed, peanut butter and almonds, they have plenty of protein, fiber and healthy fats to fill you up and give you the energy you need to conquer your day!
Ingredients
- 1 c. oatmeal
- 1/3 c. almonds, chopped
- 1/3 c. sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 Tbsp. ground flaxseed, optional
- 1/2 c. nut butter, peanut or almond are both good
- 1/4 c. honey
- 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 1/3 c. dried cranberries, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Bake oatmeal, almonds and coconut for 8-10 minutes at 350°, stirring after 5 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool.
- In a medium bowl microwave the nut butter for 20-30 seconds until runny, add the baked mix along with flaxseed, honey, chia seeds and cranberries to the bowl. Form into 1.5" balls and refrigerate. Store in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week or freezer for 3 months.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 16 ServingsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 99Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 36mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g
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Lauren says
These do taste great and I love the crunch of them but they are not the consistency you need to make them into balls. They completely crumbled no matter what I did. I ended up only being able to roll a couple of balls then giving up and putting it in a container. Won’t make again, unfortunately.
Jill says
Am I supposed to use cooked oatmeal or am I just toasting oats? I know what it says but I’ve never made any energy bites with cooked oatmeal before.
Danielle Green says
Toasting the oats, not cooked oatmeal
Blake says
Is there any alternatives to nuts for this recipe due to allergies? Could I sub the nuts for seeds? And the nut butter for tahini?
Danielle Green says
You can omit the nuts altogether or seeds like Pepitas would make a great substitution. As for the nut butter, I’d go for a SunButter over Tahini personally.
P says
I too wonder if map
Esyrupcan be used in place of honey?
Ella says
Yum! I can’t wait to make a batch to have some handy for healthy snacks.
Elisabeth says
Has anyone subbed maple syrup for honey?
Erin says
Can I omit the chia seeds?
Danielle Green says
absolutely
Sandy Miller says
Yummy!!
Emerge says
I’m really pleased. I used what I had on hand. So I omitted chia seeds & chopped almonds. I hope to add them the next time. Thanks a bunch.
amy says
My kids and I really like these, but there’s no WAY with six in our fam that I can roll all those little balls. I’ve made these five or six times and just press them into a 9×9 pan, chill, slice, and go.
Danielle Green says
I feel you Amy, I would probably do the same now with two little children! haha
Harley says
I usually make the coconut-chocolate version of this recipe, but I’m so glad I switched it up! These were amazing.
Megan says
I was thinking these were like the peanut butter protein bites and I totally didn’t read the directions. So I didn’t toast anything. ? not sure how that will affect the taste. I guess I’ll find out.
Louis B. says
Tried them and love them.