No bake oatmeal cookie love! These Fully LOADED No Bake Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites are a gluten free no bake lunchbox treat! Healthy, easy to make, and wholesome. Blended maple glazed nuts, chocolate chips, oats, peanut butter, and cranberries all combined to taste just like oatmeal cookies but in energy bite form. Vegan friendly and delicious.
Oh my gosh school starts next week! Well, at least in Texas it does. Shh… I am secretly excited for school to start. Why? Well, because that means the pool is less crowded. That means I can take my fancy schmancy aqua jogger to the deep end of the pool without getting splashed and cannon balled on. Yes, I am that woman. I exercise by flapping my arms (running motion) in water…. in a floaty. Haha, if you are a runner you know what I mean. But it’s true, I do look like a big kid with a big floaty running in water. Hey, gotta do whatcha gotta do when it comes to getting in physical therapy exercise.
Speaking of kids and exercise and uh… SCHOOL (I’m sly with transitions, I know)! What’s the best fuel for those three things? Um, healthy bites of course. I mean NO BAKE ENERGY bites, specifically energy bite that taste like oatmeal cookies. Did I mention You just have to toss a few ingredients in a blender, mix, then roll? YEA BUDDY! That’s what I call efficiency!
Today’s LOADED oatmeal cookie energy bite recipe is just that. EFFICIENT FUEL! Loaded with taste. Loaded with nourishment. Loaded with ENERGY to keep your mind and body feel FAB! We got some dark chocolate chips, honey roasted pecans or nuts of choice, gluten free oats, honey, peanut butter, and dried cranberries. See… FULLY LOADED.
No baking, just blending. My motto in the kitchen when it comes to easy snack ideas. You know this. Balls, Bites, Ice (squares), and more!
That being said, this gluten free no bake oatmeal cookie bite is a little different that most of my other healthy bites recipes. You see, the texture truly is more like these one bowl oatmeal cookies I made a few months ago. Really thick and chewy. Which isn’t a bad thing. In fact, it’s a good thing when you want to make these for a dessert and wash it down with a cold glass of coconut milk…err… almond milk?
Haha. These energy bites truly trick the mind into thinking COOKIES!!!. And then your mind tells your to make them again and again…. in bulk batches! I have 2 gallon bags full in my freezer right now, just sayin…
But if you want o real vegan oatmeal cookies that are also gluten free, then Veggie Balance has you covered.
Now, since I am bragging about making these no bake oatmeal cookie bites in mass quantities, it’s only fair I share this love and my love of kitchen tools that help me make them. Yep, Mr. Handy Dandy BLENDER! Aka the Vitamix.
I’ll Share the no bake cookie bite recipe love!
I’ll Share the HOMEMADE (by me) Healthy Bite love (I’ll ship you some)!
I’ll Share the Vitamix Love (You can win one below)!
But before we give away all the goods and “get the ball rollin,” here’s the no bake energy bite/healthy bite recipe to save and pin and make and well…. you get my point.
Enjoy this no bake oatmeal cookie bites recipe!
No Bake Loaded Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites {Gluten Free, Vegan Friendly}
Ingredients
- 2 to 2 1/3 cup rolled oats (gluten free, we used Bob's Red Mill)- If you use quick oats you will need more
- 1/3 crushed honey roasted nuts or maple glazed pecans if vegan (1/2 c whole)
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 c dark chocolate chips (enjoy life mini chocolate chips work great for vegan/dairy free!)
- 1/2 c dried cranberries
- 1/2 -2/3 cup naturally no stir peanut butter (adjust depending on the brand of peanut butter you use)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- optional 2 tsp coconut flour or GF flour if you want to adjust the batter's thickness.
Instructions
- Grind up your glazed nuts blender and transfer into a mixing bowl.
- Add your oats, chocolate chips, dried cranberries, cinnamon and mix together.
- Next add your peanut butter. Stir again.
- Finally, Add in your vanilla extract and honey a little bit a time. Mixing between pours. Adjust the amount of honey you use depending batter's thickness. You might need more or less.
- Mix again
- Updated Before rolling, chill batter in fridge for 20 minutes. That way it's easier to roll later.
- Roll into 1-1.5 inch balls and place on cookie tray or plastic ware with parchment paper underneath.
- Let them freeze for 20-30 minutes then transfer into a Ziploc bag.
- Dust with additional cinnamon if desired.
- keep in fridge or freezer for up to 6 weeks.
- See notes for other techniques and how to make vegan.
Recipe Notes
We used enjoy life mini chocolate chips which stir well.
If you want a thinner batter, blend the oats with the nuts first. Then you will probably need less honey/nut butter.
Pro Tip Add in your nut butter and honey a little bit at time until you find the right consistency to roll into balls. Each batch will be different depending on how fine you blend the nuts or the type of nut butter you use. Pretty easy to adjust though.
To make vegan use maple syrup and enjoy life chocolate chips.
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Nutrition per Bite
Notes: 3-4 bites would be equivalent to a nutrient dense energy bar.
Okay friends, now that I have gushed about the no bake oatmeal cookie bites… per usual.. let’s get to the GIVEAWAY!
I’m honored and uber excited to be able to partner with companies (like Vitamix) that support my small business. It truly brings even more passion to this job! I love sharing recipes, I love sharing healthy kitchen tools, and I love acting like Oprah and giving away free stuff.
That being said…. WHO WANTS TO WIN A VITAMIX? –> ” pretend that was my best Oprah voice.”
This was one of the VERY FIRST vitamix blenders I ever owned. True story. In fact, I used to pack it in my suit case when we traveled to races. Yes, that durable ya’ll! Haha.
The stand C-Series blender are great for so many different recipes. You can make soup, nut butter, sauces, and of course –> THESE No bake COOKIE BITES! Simple High/Low controls and convenient pre-programmed settings.
To win a Standard C Vitamix and a box of healthy bites of your choice, enter the giveaway below. Capeesh?
Update: The giveaway has ended.
Now let’s hop to it and make some no bake oatmeal cookie bites! Mmm k?
Are you ready for back to school snackin? What do you put in your oatmeal cookies? Please tell me it’s chocolate…. always!
What would you make if you won this Vitamix?
BONUS: If you make this bite recipe, post it and tag me @cottercrunch and @vitamix on ANY social media with a picture! I’ll add a BONUS entry for you just because you’re awesome for doing so!
Cheers!
Oh and p.s. there will be an additional Vitamix giveaway next month too. So …. that’s pretty awesome! Stay tuned! See, told you I was feeling like Oprah!
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My favorite back to school snack recipe is White Chocolate Chip Blondies. Sweet but still fun for back to school or anytime.
The texture of these are right up my alley…yum! As a school psychologist, (I go back in one week EEEK!), I am in need of snacks that I can easily eat on the go since I am constantly being pulled in a million different directions. I typically tend to eat fruit or shakes, but these bites would be perfect! I bet they’d even be more perfect if someone else made them for me 😉
Glad you’ll have the pool to yourself soon 🙂 xoxo have a great day!
haha yes! thank you. Care to join?
These really do look perfect for the kids 🙂 I’m lucky that we don’t start school just yet because I’m not ready! We still have to go on our summer trip, although I did get the backpacks and lunch boxes already. And whoa that vitamix looks amazing!
a) how are you feeling b) I had a dream last night in which I fed Alex a part of an oatmeal cookie. Thus I was meant to win this 😀
Yum! Ands would never have pictures you as a water jogger. Now I have funny pictures of you in my head! I’ve been dying for a Vitamix. You really have no idea! Hope you’re recovering well!
Of course the ultimate back-to-school snack is bites for young and old! Haha! An essential!
Snacks I always try to have stockpiled: almonds, dried fruit, snap peas, and healthy bites 🙂
mmmm snap peas!
I think I eat more snacks now than when I was younger so I make bites/balls all the time! Love that you can just stuff pretty much anything into them. So much flavor and nutrition.
Love your bite recipes!
Lindsay. You are the QUEEN of energy bites. I’m always trying to channel your flavor combos when I’m in the kitchen making me own. These look gorgeous and I am all about tricking my sweet tooth into thinking I’m eating dessert with healthy snacks!
Lately I have been loving homemade hummus and veggies!
Oh yes!
These really would be great for the kiddos and obviously I also really want a Vitamix! 🙂
Oh my gosh, these look so delicious! Yay!! And I would say my favorite snack is almonds and apples or Greek yogurt. But that’s only because I don’t always make tasty no-bake balls like these. Thanks for the giveaway!
Thanks so much for the giveaway!! My favorite back to school recipe is definitely homemade protein bars. Such a great treat to have on-the-go!
OMG…This is quite the giveaway! My favorite snack is obviously YOUR BITES…DUH! XOXO
You’ve done it again with these energy bites Lindsay! They are loaded with everything I love!
My go-to snack is usually always some fresh cut up veggies with hummus! Thanks for the amazing giveaway : )
Great no bake bites! I add different things all the time. Love dark chocolate chips and pumpkin seeds. The Vitamix is seriously awesome.
great ideas! YUM!
i love energy bites..and this sounds like a perfect one as a snack!!
You need to change your name from Corney Cotter to Top Baller. 😉
haha i like that!
Cookies for the win!
Well, I won’t make since I don’t have the kitchen tools or ingredients. I will hope to win! I have no blender or Vitamix type anything!
Treat – cookies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
wish we lived closer!
Quick crunchy veggies! Yaaaay
I loooooove making Blueberry Cobbler Cookie Dough Bites!
I love homemade bites and granola bars!
Can’t beat this flavor combo! And I hope that you enjoy that quiet swimming pool! 🙂
care to join me? WHen are the kids back in school?
These energy bites look so good!!
Those look so good! They sound like a great school snack. We love healthy bites and cookies.
I love making energy bites. There are so many different combos to try and they’re the perfect way to satisfy my ever-present sweet tooth! These sound lovely!
Hope your recovery is going well – yay for eating solid food again 🙂
My kids love monster cookies, go figure…Oats, chocolate chip and M & M’s!
Cranberry + chocolate = one of the best combos ever. Need this in my life!
Also, I too am counting down the days till school starts so I’ll no longer be woken up my kids playing in the park right under my window. Is that bad? LOL
LOL!! I so relate
The kids love peanut butter oatmeal cookies.
I like the bites for their no-bake ease. Thanks for offering this giveaway.
Thanks for entering
My favorite snacks are nuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried apricots.
Looove all the bites and balls and you make the best!! Delicious Linds! And what a fantastic giveaway! xo
You are too kind. I adore you and appreciate your encouragement!
I usually go low, low prep – like nuts, veggies, cheese etc. But these bites look great. Def going to try. Thanks.
I enjoy making homemade larabars as after school fuel. The trouble is that I often dig into the dates before I get a chance to make them!
Going to college in a couple of weeks, and I need to STOCK up on FOOD. Seriously. Bring on the oats, the beans, the TVP, the cereals, and of course the nut butters, haha!
Love these oatmeal bites, so simple to make and so delicious! A perfect snack! 🙂
i so agree! thanks so much
Hello Lindsay,
I read your recipe on http://blog.healthalliance.org/ and loved it there. I followed your blog from there and I am enjoying every bit of it. I am sure there are tons of folks appreciating the recipes, but I do not want to discount on your web design selection and the photographs used.
Nice Work. Way to go..
-Sonia
Am trying to find energy bites for our Mtn Bike team. One of the families have 2 children that can’t have tree nuts. Is there anything else I can use to make these without peanuts or almonds/almond butter/peanut butter? Now following you on FB, Pinterest and IG.
sure! YOu can use roasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds instead of nuts. Then use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter. Check out sunbutter at the store. Let me know if that works!
Thank you. I’ll give that a try.
keep me posted!
I love this recipe! I have made it already a few times and always have many of these on hand for a quick snack. I looked around at a few other recipes of snack bites but none compare to these that have only 68 calories each! I’m still trying to master the hiney ratio because I always tend to have different types of honey when I make them.