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    HOME » Snacks

    Dated: September 30, 2020 Last Modified: January 20, 2022 by Laura This post may contain affiliate links.

    Energy Bites (nut, coconut, seed free!)

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    Energy bites that are nut, coconut, & seed free! No bake recipe filled with protein and easy to make. 

    Sometimes called energy balls, power balls, or power bites, these easy to make snacks are super delicious and filled with protein! This is a base recipe that is free from gluten, nuts, peanuts, coconut, and seeds, making it one of the most allergy friendly recipes out there! I suggest some variations but feel free to get creative and invent your own. 

    closeup of energy bites in a bowl on the countertop

    How to Make Energy Bites

    Begin with soaking your dates to make them super soft and easy to work with. In a large heat proof bowl, add your dates and cover with boiling water. Let them rest for 10 to 15 minutes or until they are softened. 

    While the dates are soaking, you can prep the next ingredients. Add the oats, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and cinnamon to the food processor. Don’t mix it yet! Wait for the dates. 

    After the dates have soaked, remove the seed from inside each of them before placing in the food processor. Add one tablespoon of the date water to the food processor as well to help everything combine. 

    energy bites on a plate with ingredients surrounding and bobs oatmeal in the background

    Using quick pulses, combine the ingredients until you have a thick dough. It took me only about 5 pulses. 

    Transfer your dough to a bowl and place in the fridge for 15 minutes, or until the dough becomes chilled. This helps to shape the bites. 

    Shape your energy bites using a ⅛ measuring cup (about 2 tablespoons) and roll into balls between your hands. Set aside and make the rest. This recipe makes 18 in total using that size. 

    Pop these energy bites back into the fridge where they can stay in an airtight container all week ready for you to snack upon! These can also be frozen for up to 2 months if sealed up tight. Just make sure you let them unfreeze before eating; let them hang out in the fridge overnight. 

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    Variations on Energy Bites

    With this base recipe, you can make endless variations on these energy bites! Obviously, make sure that you make some that are free from your allergens. Here are some ideas to get you started!

    • Chocolate chip - Add ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
    • Seeds - Add ¼ cup your favorite seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, etc)
    • Coconut - Roll the bites in shredded coconut after shaping
    • Pumpkin - Add ¼ cup pureed pumpkin. Increase the oats to 2 cups total. Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. 
    • Citrus - Add a tablespoon of orange zest!
    • Fruity - Add ¼ cup dried fruits like cherries, cranberries, or blueberries 
    • Cranberry Orange - Add ½ tablespoon orange zest and ¼ cup dried cranberries 
    • Protein - Swap out the cocoa powder for your favorite protein powder mix 

    Tips for Perfect Bites Every Time 

    Use a food processor to make these.

    Make sure you soak the dates in hot water before making so that they blend well with all the ingredients. 

    Allergy Variations for Energy Bites

    Make sure you use gluten free oats to make these gluten free. My favorite brand to use is from Bob’s Red Mill, but Thrive Market and Trader Joe’s also makes delicious gluten free oats!

    Did you make this recipe?

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    closeup of energy bites in a bowl on the countertop

    Energy Bites (nut, coconut, & seed free!)

    Energy bites that are nut, coconut, & seed free! No bake recipe filled with protein and easy to make.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Course: Snack
    Keyword: allergy friendly, coconut free, dairy free, easy, egg free, gluten free, nightshade free, nut free, sesame free, soy free, tomato free, vegan, wheat free
    Yield: 2 energy bites
    Author: Laura // Living Beyond Allergies

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups dates, soaked PLUS 1 tablespoon date water
    • 1 ½ cups gluten free oatmeal
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 3 tablespoon cocoa powder
    • sprinkle cinnamon to taste

    Instructions

    • Place the dates in a heat proof bowl and cover with boiling water. Let soak for 10-15 minutes. Remove seeds from dates and place in food processor along with 1 tablespoon of date water.
    • Add the remaining ingredients. Pulse until a thick dough is formed. Transfer to a bowl and let rest for 10 minutes inside the fridge. After chilling, shape into energy bites using a double tablespoon amount.
    • Store in the fridge for a week in an airtight container. Will freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

    Notes

    Gluten Free, Nut Free, Coconut Free, Vegan, Top 14 Free
     
    Variation Ideas
    Chocolate chip - Add ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
    Seeds - Add ¼ cup your favorite seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, etc)
    Coconut - Roll the bites in shredded coconut after shaping
    Pumpkin - Add ¼ cup pureed pumpkin. Increase the oats to 2 cups total. Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. 
    Citrus - Add a tablespoon of orange zest!
    Fruity - Add ¼ cup dried fruits like cherries, cranberries, or blueberries 
    Cranberry Orange - Add ½ tablespoon orange zest and ¼ cup dried cranberries 
    Protein - Swap out the cocoa powder for your favorite protein powder mix
     
    Calories per energy bite: 65
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    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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    1. Taisiya Feskov says

      October 01, 2020 at 9:52 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is amazing! When I saw it i knew i had to make it. Because i have been low on energy lately. So i went ahead and made these energy bites. i didn't have dates but i had cranberries and pecans. I also added some extra honey to make them more of a rollable consistency. They turned out great t and tasty. Thanks for the amazing recipe.

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      • Laura says

        October 05, 2020 at 12:05 pm

        Thank you so much for your feedback! Those sounds like delicious additions to the energy bites. I'm so happy that you enjoyed this recipe. 🙂

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