Almond Joy Energy Bites

Apr 11, 2019

Take your afternoon snack to the next level with these Almond Joy Energy Bites!

I’m all for having an afternoon snack if my energy seems to slump a little in the afternoon.  These almond joy energy bites are the perfect snack for on the go.  I like to make mine on Sunday and store them in the fridge for the week.  This recipe contains oats, almond butter, coconut, and cocoa powder inspired by one of my favorite childhood candies, almond joys.

Almond Joy Energy Bites

Easy Afternoon Snack Ideas

If you find yourself really hungry between a meal, do not feel like you need to wait.  Listen to your body and give it what it needs.  For a filling snack, grab something with carbohydrates and protein such as:

Cheese and crackers

Banana (or another fruit) and nut butter

Plain greek yogurt, fresh fruit, and some nuts or seeds

Apple & almonds

Celery, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and hummus

Fruit and cheese

Energy bites

Almond Joy Energy Bites

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Almond Joy Energy Bites

Almond Joy Energy Bites


  • Author: Heather Lasco, RD
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 18 Bites 1x

Description

These almond joy energy bites make the perfect snack for afternoon slumps. They are an easy on the go snack that can be made ahead of time for the week.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup coconut flakes
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup almonds chopped
  • 3 tbsp chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl add all of the ingredients. Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
  2. Scoop out the mixture and roll into balls with your hands.
  3. Place energy bites in a container or baggies and store for the next 3-4 days. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks

Keywords: healthy snack recipes, almond joy energy bites, easy snack recipes, energy balls, snack recipes for on the go, homemade snacks, gluten free snacks, vegetarian snacks, workout snacks , high protein snacks

Let me know in the comments section below if you try this recipe!

Looking for more snack recipes? Try these chocolate peanut butter pops or apple nachos!

Also, don’t forget to save this recipe to your Pinterest board!

almond joy energy bites

0 Comments

heather lasco confidently nourished dietitian

Welcome to Confidently NourishED!

In our little corner of the internet, we strive to empower everyone to find their own authentic voice when it comes to nourishing their bodies.

Recent Posts

What is the Peaceful Plate?

What is the Peaceful Plate?

The peaceful plate is a visual representation of how to create a balanced plate. But before we dive into the details of what it entails, it’s important that we discuss what balanced eating actually means. What is balanced eating?The Difference Between Nutrition...

5 Ways to Celebrate National Nutrition Month 2023

5 Ways to Celebrate National Nutrition Month 2023

Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month?! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics launched National Nutrition Month as an annual nutrition education and information campaign. It’s an entire month dedicated to bringing attention to the importance of...

What are the 3 Different Pillars of Self-compassion?

What are the 3 Different Pillars of Self-compassion?

We've all heard that we need to be more kind toward ourselves and treat ourselves with more "self-compassion," but what does that actually mean? In today’s blog post, we’re going to be breaking down the three elements of self-compassion.  Buddhist psychology...

Learn more about