Healthy Snack Bites Recipe

This healthy snack bites recipe take less than 10 minutes to prep and you probably have all of the ingredients sitting in your pantry. Kids adore them! Great after school or anytime snack with no preservatives or unknown ingredients.

Original post: August 2017 | Updated: March 2020 and October 2024

Why This Recipe Works

My boys aren’t little little anymore, but I still make these delicious no bake snack bites often. Here’s why:

• Oatmeal energy balls are great to have on hand throughout the week, for when cravings strike.
• They are super quick and easy to throw together, requiring 10 minutes of my time and a few simple ingredients (all of which are already in my kitchen at any given time).
• Made with 100% wholesome ingredients.
• These easy energy bites are the perfect snack for anyone, any time of the day.

What Are Snack Bites/Energy Bites

Snack bites, also referred to as “energy bites,” are a great little snack that can be made quickly. Other common names for them include protein bites, protein balls, power balls or truffles.

They are packed with healthy, natural ingredients, tucked into a bite-sized ball and they’re a perfect way to stave off cravings. 

They also give you a boost of energy throughout the day and help you avoid thoughtless snacking. And here’s a bonus! They fulfill sweet tooth cravings, so it’s like you’re eating a healthy dessert.

Recipe Ingredients

Oatmeal – Old fashioned rolled oats are my favorite, but any variety will work. For a gluten-free snack, be sure to check the nutrition label. Quick oats can be used, but will produce a bit of a chewier texture.

Nut butter – Peanut butter (natural peanut butter works great!), Nutella, almond butter or sunflower seed butter are all delicious options.

Sweeteners – Use honey, pure maple syrup, agave syrup or a combination of any of these.

Flavorings – Cinnamon and vanilla extract make a simple yet powerful duo, but feel free to add sea salt (no more than 1/4 tsp), sugar (no more than 2 tbsp) or almond extract (no more than 1 tsp).

Dried fruit – My favorite addition is dried cherries, but add whichever dried fruit you have on hand! Raisins, craisins, medjool dates, chopped apricots, cranberries, dried blueberries or dried cranberries are all delicious.

Indulgent mix-ins – The world is your oyster here! You can go as healthy or as indulgent as you’d like. Do not exceed 1/2 cup of the following: chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips, chopped dark chocolate, butterscotch chips, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, cashews, almonds, pecans, walnuts, macadamia nuts or coconut flakes.

Power mix-ins – These additions are 100% optional, but will add awesomeness to your no bake treats. Do not exceed 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed, hemp seeds, wheat germ, chia seeds or protein powder. 

How To Make Healthy Snack Bites

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well. 

Step 2

Place the bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes. This will help the bites stick together when you roll them.

Using your hands or a medium cookie scoop, scoop out 1-tablespoon chunks and roll into the shape of a 1-inch ball. Repeat until the batter is gone. You should end up with about 15 snack bites.  

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve!

Recipe Notes

• If the mixture seems to dry, add a little more peanut butter or liquid sweetener (1 Tbsp at a time). 
• If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more oatmeal (1 Tbsp at a time).
• Place the bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes before shaping into balls. This will help the bites stick together when you roll them. 
• Keep refrigerated and enjoy chilled straight from the fridge!
• Great for lunch boxes, road trips and school snacks!

How Big To Roll Energy Bites

You can tailor the size of the snack bites to your preference, whether you want to create little bites or regular-sized bites. This recipe will make fifteen 1.5-inch balls, but feel free to make them larger or smaller based on your preference.

How To Store Energy Balls

Store energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze them! They freeze very well. Since this no bake energy bites recipe is so easy to make, take the time to make a second batch and freeze for later enjoyment.

Pull from the freezer within 3 months for best results.

Healthy Snack Recipes for Picky Eaters

• Healthy Breakfast Cookies aren’t just for breakfast and they are deceptively delicious. Kids will never know how healthy they are! 
• Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups – Eliminate artificial and unknown ingredients by making your own homemade fruit roll-ups! This is the ultimate snack food for kids. 
• Healthy Breakfast Muffins – Enjoy breakfast the healthy way! Whip up a batch of these muffins as a perfect on-the-go meal or a snack to stay on track with healthy eating.
• No Bake Granola Bars are the perfect snack for little ones. Filled with dried fruit and chocolate, peanut butter and honey, you will satisfy your sweet tooth with a snack you can feel good about eating.

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