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No Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls {Gluten Free}

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by Lindsay Cotter Posted: March 17, 2021

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No Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls are a gluten-free no-bake treat! Crushed nuts, chocolate chips, rolled oats, creamy nut butter, and dried cranberries come together to taste just like oatmeal cookies, in the form of a snack.

bite sized no bake oatmeal energy balls in a bowl

Cookies don’t last long in our house. But neither do energy bars or energy balls. Pretty sure my husband is the snack king!

Thankfully I have a secret weapon to curb snack cravings: oatmeal cookie balls! All the same ingredients and flavors I love in classic oatmeal cookies, but without the high amount of sugar (and gluten).

Want to learn how to make no-bake gluten free oatmeal energy balls? Let’s get the ball rollin!

Why You’ll Love Oatmeal Energy Balls

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  • It’s like a cookie…but it’s better for you. These energy bites have many of the same ingredients as traditional oatmeal cookies, just without as much sugar. That means just as tasty bites that are more nutrient dense!
  • No baking, no blending. Forget baking or blending up ingredients, simply mix the dry ingredients with nut butter and honey or maple syrup and then roll into small biteable balls. Easy peasy!
  • Super snackable. Make a big batch and pull one or two out for a quick snack, or take 3-4 with you when you’re headed to your workout (check out my other favorite fueling snacks here). They can even double as a quick breakfast or even a slightly sweet dessert!
  • They’re kid-friendly. Whether you have little ones at home or are just a little one at heart, these oatmeal bites are a fun recipe to make. Don’t be afraid to dig in and get your hands dirty!

Recipe Ingredients

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  • Honey roasted nuts: Nuts serve as the base of these bites and provide protein, healthy fats, and a crunchy texture. I used honey roasted mixed nuts, but you can choose any regular or sweetened nuts as a substitute.
  • Gluten free rolled oats: Oats are also a foundational ingredient in cookie bites that bulk up the balls and help keep them firm when they’re mixed with the wet ingredients. I used Bob’s Red Mill rolled oats, but quick oats can also be used (you may just need a bit more as they’re usually much smaller pieces of oats).
  • Honey or maple syrup: A liquid sweetener like honey or maple syrup gives the bites flavor but also serves as a sticky thickener that helps hold the oat and nuts together into small snackable balls. Choose maple syrup if you’re making these vegan.
  • Nut butter: Nut butter helps energy bite ingredients to stick together, while also providing protein and healthy fats. I like no stir almond or sunflower butter, but any nuts butters will do (though you may have to adjust the amount depending on the consistency).
  • Chocolate chips: Any chocolate chips will do, but we like Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips (which are vegan and allergen-friendly).
  • Dried cranberries: Dried fruits like cranberries are great in energy bars and bites, as they are nutrient and fiber dense. I use unsweetened cranberries, which are usually very tart but provide a nice complementary flavor with the sweet chocolate and honey.
  • Vanilla extract and ground cinnamon: A bit of vanilla extract and a dash of ground cinnamon make these bites taste even more like a delicious oatmeal cookie!
  • Optional ingredients: I always keep a little protein powder or my favorite flour (coconut flour would be tasty!) on hand in case the mixture is too sticky and I need to dry out the ingredients. You could also add more rolled oats, if needed.

How To Make (RECIPE VIDEO)

No Bake Oatmeal Cookies Energy Bites {Gluten Free}

1. Mix together dry ingredients: The first step to making cookie balls is to prep and mix the dry ingredients! To do this, crush the nuts and add them to a big bowl with oats, dairy free or dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and cinnamon and give them a good mix to combine.

2. Add in the sticky ingredients: Next add the nut butter and the vanilla to the mixed dry ingredients and stir until the ingredients are well mixed. The mixture will be pretty thick and a bit dry. Then slowly add the honey (or maple syrup) a bit at a time, mixing with a spoon (or your hands!) between pours. Adjust the amount of honey you use until you have a thick batter that holds together well, but isn’t sticky.

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clear mixing bowl of chocolate chips, nut butter, cranberries, oats, nuts and honey. View from above

Pro tip!

If the batter is too wet and your energy balls are too sticky, add a few tablespoons of rolled oats, coconut flour, or protein powder and mix until you get the right consistency. If your bites are too dry and are not sticking together enough, add a bit more nut butter and liquid sweetener.

3. Chill and roll, then freeze: After the batter is done, place it in the refrigerator to chill for about 20 minutes so that the balls are easier to roll. When you remove from the fridge, simply roll the batter into 1-1.5” balls and place on a cookie tray or on baking dish lined with parchment paper. Stick them into the freezer for about 20-30 minutes until they harden, then remove and enjoy!

close up of hand holding chocolate chip oatmeal and cranberry oatmeal energy ball.

Storage and Freezing

I usually make a big batch of cookie bites once or twice per month and then store them in a large plastic bag and pull them out one at a time (ok, maybe 2 or three at a time).

Energy balls keep really well, here are the general timeframes for the best texture and flavor:

  • Room temperature (counter top): 4-5 days in an airtight container
  • Refrigerator: 1 week in a airtight container or sealed plastic bag
  • Freezer: 6 weeks in a sealed freezer-safe bag

Energy Bite Variations

Close up view single oatmeal energy ball with dried cranberries and chocolate chips poking from bite.

The cookie bite possibilities are endless! Below are a few ideas to make this energy ball recipe your own.

  • Switch up the nuts: Use crushed almonds, pistachos, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds for a different crunchy base. Note – this is easy to make nut free! Swap the nuts out for coconut flakes and use sunflower seed butter!
  • Do a different dried fruit: While cranberries are my go-to fruit, raisins, dried apricots, dried cherries and even funky fun fruits like goji berries are great in energy bars and bites. Tip – If you’d like to reduce sugar intake, then use no sugar added dried fruit.
  • Have fun with add-ins: Try adding in your favorite protein powder, dried unsweetened coconut flakes, hemp seeds, chia seeds, ground flax, or other flavorful ingredients.
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No Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls


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  • Author: Lindsay Cotter
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 25–28 balls 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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No Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls are a healthy lunchbox treat! Crushed nuts, chocolate chips, rolled oats, creamy nut butter, and dried cranberries come together to taste just like oatmeal cookies. Vegan-friendly and kid-friendly!


Ingredients

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  • ¼ to ⅓ cup crushed honey roasted nuts. Regular crushed nuts may be substituted.
  • 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats (we use Bob’s Red Mill)- If using quick cooking oats, you will need ¼ to ⅓ cup more.
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips (we use Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips)
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup natural no-stir nut butter or sunflower seed butter (adjust depending on the brand of nut butter you use)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup to ½ cup honey or maple syrup (see notes)
  • optional 2 tablespoons gluten free flour or protein powder if batter is too sticky.

Instructions

  1. Crush the glazed nuts by hand or in a blender, set aside. May also use packaged chopped nuts.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, chocolate chips, dried cranberries, nuts, and cinnamon. Mix to combine.
  3. Next, add the creamy nut butter and vanilla. Stir again.
  4. Gradually add the honey (or maple syrup), mixing with a spoon between pours. Adjust the amount of honey used depending batter’s thickness.
  5. If batter is too sticky, add a few tablespoons of gluten free flour or protein powder. Mix with spoon.
  6. Before rolling, chill batter in fridge for 20 minutes. That way, it’s easier to roll later.
  7. Roll into 1-1 ½-inch balls and place on a cookie tray with parchment paper underneath.
  8. Place in freezer for 20-30 minutes then transfer into a Ziploc bag. Keep in fridge or freezer for up to 6 weeks.

Notes

  • We use Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips, which stir well and are vegan.
  • If you want a thinner batter, blend the oats with the nuts in a food processor so it’s a chopped texture. Will probably need less honey/nut butter.
  • Pro Tip Add in your nut butter and honey a little bit at a time until you find the right consistency to roll into balls. Each batch will be different depending on how fine you blend the nuts and the type of nut butter you use. Pretty easy to adjust though.

Nutritional information

  • Nutrition shown below is for 1 bite. 3-4 bites are equivalent to a nutrient-dense energy bar.
  • Prep Time: 10 -15 min
  • Category: snacks
  • Method: no-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 energy bite
  • Calories: 79
  • Sugar: 5.2 g
  • Sodium: 23.6 mg
  • Fat: 3.2 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10.6 g
  • Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.1 mg

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LC

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Hi, y’all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus on Gluten-Free eating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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  1. Margaretha

    04/04/2023 at 5:10 AM

    These bites taste yummy!! I had some trouble with them being too dry and not holding together but added some water – about 1/4 cup – and when they came out of the freezer I was able to roll them into balls! A lovely mid afternoon treat for me!! 😜

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      04/04/2023 at 3:43 PM

      Thanks for the tip Margaretha! Batter can vary in consistency due to type of nut butter. I appreciate your feedback!

      Reply
  2. Scoop

    01/11/2023 at 10:46 AM

    I made these without adding any sweetener or nuts at all. Used crunchy peanut butter (it’s already sweetened and adds some crunch), put dates in the food processor with a bit of water to make a rough puree. Also chopped some dried cranberries with a bit of water in the processor. Mixed it all together and added some flax seed meal and chia seeds for more fibre. Added water 1/2 tsp at a time to make it hold together. I can see using other dried fruit like apricots or adding unsweetened shredded coconut or a few chocolate chips. A real treat to keep in the fridge.

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    • Scoop

      01/11/2023 at 10:46 AM

      Sorry, forgot to rate!! Def 5*

      ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoSammi (Cotter Crunch Test Kitchen)

      01/11/2023 at 1:26 PM

      Wow! Love how you made this recipe your own. Great idea to substitute crunchy peanut butter and dates! So glad you enjoyed these bites. They are definitely a favorite in our kitchens too!

      Reply
  3. Nicole

    11/27/2022 at 7:43 PM

    I just made these and they are good. I’ve wanted to make energy balls but they always call for random ingredients I don’t have. I had all these ingredients and it’s the perfect combination. I could add a few different things to this recipe if I did have them on hand like the powders and seeds. thanks!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      11/28/2022 at 3:39 PM

      I’m so glad! They are a great pantry staple recipe! Thanks for feedback Nicole.

      Reply
  4. Beth McDonald

    03/19/2021 at 9:24 AM

    These make the perfect afternoon snack. My kids love them!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      03/19/2021 at 12:58 PM

      so glad!

      Reply
  5. Toni

    03/19/2021 at 4:25 AM

    These are so good! I love that they don’t require baking! Such an easy treat!

    ★★★★★

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  6. Ashley Presciutti

    03/18/2021 at 10:39 AM

    These were perfect and just the right amount of sweetness!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      03/18/2021 at 12:32 PM

      Thanks for feedback Ashley!

      Reply
  7. lola obrine

    01/02/2021 at 4:28 PM

    nothing but crumbles. extremely frustrating – would NOT stick together. Will never make again

    ★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      01/02/2021 at 4:56 PM

      SORRY to hear that. What type of nut butter did you use? Was it no stir?

      Reply
  8. Susan

    07/21/2020 at 3:10 PM

    Sounds so good. But what could I use instead of the chocolate chips. Person I want to make them for doesn’t like chocolate chips in things and doesn’t eat that much chocolate at all.

    ★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      07/21/2020 at 5:35 PM

      You can leave them out or maybe try coconut flakes!

      Reply
  9. MyliJoy

    05/25/2020 at 4:31 AM

    Thanks Lindsay for this amazing recipe. Will make it for my daughter. Hope it turns out delicious 🙂

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      05/26/2020 at 6:53 PM

      You’re welcome! Let me know how it goes.

      Reply
  10. Shreya

    05/07/2020 at 2:05 AM

    Wowwwwww….. So delicious Lindsay… Thanks For this guide…

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      05/09/2020 at 5:48 PM

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  11. Ashley

    05/05/2020 at 10:00 AM

    I made these today with my 5 year old and very few changes just so I could use up stuff in my pantry. I used steel-cut oats, plain walnuts, and a mix of white and dark chocolate chips, but other than that I followed the recipe. I also sprinkled a small amount of hemp hearts and chia seeds on top when they were done.

    They were super easy to make. I doubled it and didn’t feel like rolling everything out, so I pressed the whole mix into a sheet pan so I could cut them into little squares.

    These are slightly too sweet for my tastes, but that’s just personal preference and no fault of the recipe itself. My daughter loves them as is though! Next go round I will blend up some of the oats and nuts (not all – I really like the texture of whole oats) as recommended in the recipe and use less honey.

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      05/07/2020 at 10:06 AM

      Glad the steel cut oats worked out! I bet you could grind them up next time into a flour. Thanks for feedback Ashley!

      Reply
  12. Kennedy Scott

    04/23/2020 at 6:17 AM

    Hey Lindsay! I am so excited to try this recipe! They sound delicious. I do have one quick question – if I were to use the gluten free quick cooking oats, do you by chance know how much extra I’d need?

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      04/23/2020 at 10:45 AM

      I think that would work! The quick oats would absorb the honey/nut butter quicker, so you might not need as much of it. I would add a little a time (honey and nut butter) to get the batter consistency you want. Does that make sense?

      Reply
  13. Mary Bentley

    12/08/2019 at 6:14 AM

    Great recipes. Thanks a lot for sharing. I’ll try them tomorrow.

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      12/08/2019 at 5:53 PM

      You’re welcome! Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  14. Tina

    11/17/2019 at 8:14 PM

    Does it matter if it’s old fashioned or quick cooking oats

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      11/19/2019 at 6:53 PM

      I used gluten free old fashioned rolled oats from Bob’s Red Mill.

      Reply
  15. Vanessa

    10/08/2019 at 3:20 PM

    Thanks for sharing! It would be good with raisins too!

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      10/08/2019 at 4:50 PM

      You’re welcome! Yes, raisins would totally work!

      Reply
  16. Suzanne

    10/08/2019 at 3:19 PM

    This looks so good! Does the protein powder taste come through much?

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      10/08/2019 at 4:53 PM

      Thanks Suzanne! No, it doesn’t.

      Reply
  17. V

    09/21/2019 at 3:41 PM

    DO NOT USE NATURAL PEANUT BUTTER OR MAPLE SYRUP. They just aren’t sticky enough and you have to use a lot more.

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      09/21/2019 at 10:28 PM

      No stir natural PB is what I use. What did you use? sorry it was too sticky. The nut butters can be tricky. If all else fails, just refrigerate it before rolling. 🙂

      Reply
  18. Cassie Thuvan Tran

    09/11/2019 at 12:45 AM

    These bites look ADDICTIVE! Telling you, I’d just gobble so many of them in one go, especially because they’re sweet, a little grainy, and crisp from the chocolate chips! Oh yes, and did I mention I’d totally use crunchy almond butter if I were to recreate this recipe?! That would definitely be the best idea–LOL!

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      09/11/2019 at 8:13 PM

      so trying crunchy almond butter! Genius Cassie!

      Reply
  19. bestvindia

    08/27/2019 at 3:17 AM

    It’s a great dish.
    Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    ★★★★★

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  20. Vanessa

    08/26/2019 at 2:25 PM

    Thanks for sharing! What a perfect after school snack or on the go!

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/26/2019 at 6:44 PM

      My pleasure!

      Reply
  21. Suzanne

    08/26/2019 at 2:24 PM

    This looks so good! I love the dried fruit addition too! They would be tasty with raisins too!

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/26/2019 at 6:44 PM

      right? nature’s candy!

      Reply
  22. Toni

    08/22/2019 at 9:59 AM

    These are a perfect snack! My kids devoured a whole batch!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/22/2019 at 5:45 PM

      oh yay! That’s what I like to hear. 😉

      Reply
  23. Tanya Schroeder

    08/21/2019 at 8:20 PM

    These are the perfect snacks for the kids after school!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/22/2019 at 9:04 AM

      THanks Tanya!

      Reply
  24. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes

    08/21/2019 at 12:53 PM

    I was just looking for an energy bites recipe and found this! Delicious!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/22/2019 at 6:05 PM

      WOOHOO! Glad you found it Ash!

      Reply
  25. Britt B @ The Banana Diaries

    08/21/2019 at 11:36 AM

    Okay cannot wait to try these!! Definitely going with the maple glazed nuts because I love all things maple ha! Absolutely beautiful!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/22/2019 at 6:00 PM

      Yay! Keep me posted Britt!

      Reply
  26. Liz S

    08/20/2019 at 6:00 AM

    Keep rocking your floaty! 🙂 And oh my goodness, these treats totally make me miss the treats you used to sell.

    ★★★★★

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  27. Karie-Anne

    08/05/2019 at 11:24 PM

    Pretty tasty but I only used half the amount of maple syrup and didn’t even need that much! They were sticky enough using just peanut butter.

    ★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/06/2019 at 11:38 AM

      Good to know! Did you use rolled oats or regular GF quick oats?

      Reply
  28. Ruchi Arora

    06/19/2019 at 4:31 AM

    Little Ball’s Of Delight..!! 🙂 🙂 I just love them.

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      06/19/2019 at 10:55 AM

      Aren’t they? 🙂

      Reply
  29. Neetu

    06/12/2019 at 5:35 AM

    Love the recipe. Great for hot summers..!!

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      06/13/2019 at 8:54 AM

      I agree! Thanks Neetu 🙂

      Reply
  30. Siobhan

    03/26/2019 at 1:26 AM

    I followed this recipe to a T. And couldn’t roll into balls, it was so flaky nothing would hold together. Really frustrating. Wonder what step I could of missed

    ★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      03/26/2019 at 9:44 AM

      Oh no! What oats did you use? Rolled oat? sometimes it just depends on the type of honey or nut butter. Some are thicker than others. in that case, I usually just slowly adjust nut butter and honey until I can roll into a batter. If too sticky, powder your hands or chill batter for a bit. Does that make sense? Keep me posted! Happy to help remedy this.

      Reply
  31. Varun Sharma

    11/23/2018 at 11:34 PM

    Lindsay, this is really great! I love Oatmeal recipes. Thanks for sharing!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  32. Katie

    08/21/2018 at 4:21 PM

    Can’t go wrong with a ball recipe!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  33. Trishanya

    08/21/2018 at 4:24 AM

    Love your bite recipes! Thank you for the recipe. Will try at home soon.

    Trishanya!

    ★★★★★

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    • Avatar photoLindsay Cotter

      08/21/2018 at 11:20 AM

      Thank you so much Trishanya

      Reply
  34. Trishanya

    08/21/2018 at 4:23 AM

    Love your bite recipes! Thank you for the recipe.

    Trishanya!

    Reply
  35. Marina

    08/05/2017 at 1:37 AM

    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.

    Reply
  36. Rhonda Tenderholt

    05/09/2017 at 7:09 PM

    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.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      05/09/2017 at 8:19 PM

      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!

      Reply
      • Rhonda Tenderholt

        05/09/2017 at 9:18 PM

        Thank you. I’ll give that a try.

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        • Cotter Crunch

          05/10/2017 at 7:20 AM

          keep me posted!

          Reply
  37. Sonia Gupta

    04/13/2017 at 11:10 PM

    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

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  38. Vegan Recipes

    09/02/2016 at 3:18 PM

    Love these oatmeal bites, so simple to make and so delicious! A perfect snack! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      09/02/2016 at 9:44 PM

      i so agree! thanks so much

      Reply
  39. Cassie

    08/26/2016 at 1:07 PM

    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!

    Reply
  40. Kristen M

    08/24/2016 at 12:05 AM

    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!

    Reply
  41. Sara

    08/23/2016 at 9:14 AM

    I usually go low, low prep – like nuts, veggies, cheese etc. But these bites look great. Def going to try. Thanks.

    Reply
  42. traci | VanillaAndBean

    08/23/2016 at 8:29 AM

    Looove all the bites and balls and you make the best!! Delicious Linds! And what a fantastic giveaway! xo

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    • Cotter Crunch

      08/23/2016 at 6:01 PM

      You are too kind. I adore you and appreciate your encouragement!

      Reply
  43. Rust

    08/23/2016 at 7:45 AM

    My favorite snacks are nuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried apricots.

    Reply
  44. Tom H.

    08/21/2016 at 10:48 PM

    I like the bites for their no-bake ease. Thanks for offering this giveaway.

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    • Cotter Crunch

      08/22/2016 at 4:11 PM

      Thanks for entering

      Reply
  45. natasha lamoreux

    08/21/2016 at 11:51 AM

    The kids love peanut butter oatmeal cookies.

    Reply
  46. Giselle Rochford

    08/20/2016 at 8:06 PM

    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

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/20/2016 at 9:40 PM

      LOL!! I so relate

      Reply
  47. Jeffrey

    08/20/2016 at 6:04 PM

    My kids love monster cookies, go figure…Oats, chocolate chip and M & M’s!

    Reply
  48. Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday

    08/20/2016 at 9:00 AM

    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 🙂

    Reply
  49. Sheena

    08/20/2016 at 8:28 AM

    Those look so good! They sound like a great school snack. We love healthy bites and cookies.

    Reply
  50. Debbie Beck

    08/19/2016 at 9:08 PM

    These energy bites look so good!!

    Reply
  51. Blair

    08/19/2016 at 7:02 PM

    Can’t beat this flavor combo! And I hope that you enjoy that quiet swimming pool! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/20/2016 at 7:30 AM

      care to join me? WHen are the kids back in school?

      Reply
  52. paige c

    08/19/2016 at 6:14 PM

    I love homemade bites and granola bars!

    Reply
  53. Kaila @ Healthy Helper Blog

    08/19/2016 at 5:45 PM

    I loooooove making Blueberry Cobbler Cookie Dough Bites!

    Reply
  54. Crystal Joy

    08/19/2016 at 5:40 PM

    Quick crunchy veggies! Yaaaay

    Reply
  55. Jody - Fit at 58

    08/19/2016 at 4:32 PM

    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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/20/2016 at 7:33 AM

      wish we lived closer!

      Reply
  56. Alex Warren

    08/19/2016 at 4:17 PM

    Cookies for the win!

    Reply
  57. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    08/19/2016 at 3:58 PM

    You need to change your name from Corney Cotter to Top Baller. 😉

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/20/2016 at 7:33 AM

      haha i like that!

      Reply
  58. dixya @food, pleasure, and health

    08/19/2016 at 3:53 PM

    i love energy bites..and this sounds like a perfect one as a snack!!

    Reply
  59. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment

    08/19/2016 at 3:28 PM

    Great no bake bites! I add different things all the time. Love dark chocolate chips and pumpkin seeds. The Vitamix is seriously awesome.

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/20/2016 at 7:33 AM

      great ideas! YUM!

      Reply
  60. Angie Jerde

    08/19/2016 at 12:05 PM

    My go-to snack is usually always some fresh cut up veggies with hummus! Thanks for the amazing giveaway : )

    Reply
  61. Taylor Kiser

    08/19/2016 at 11:44 AM

    You’ve done it again with these energy bites Lindsay! They are loaded with everything I love!

    Reply
  62. acKtive Life

    08/19/2016 at 11:25 AM

    OMG…This is quite the giveaway! My favorite snack is obviously YOUR BITES…DUH! XOXO

    Reply
  63. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It

    08/19/2016 at 11:05 AM

    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!

    Reply
  64. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West

    08/19/2016 at 9:35 AM

    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!

    Reply
  65. Annmarie

    08/19/2016 at 8:50 AM

    These really would be great for the kiddos and obviously I also really want a Vitamix! 🙂

    Reply
  66. Hannah @CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    08/19/2016 at 8:49 AM

    Lately I have been loving homemade hummus and veggies!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/19/2016 at 10:43 AM

      Oh yes!

      Reply
  67. Ellie | Hungry by Nature

    08/19/2016 at 8:44 AM

    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!

    Reply
  68. Katie

    08/19/2016 at 6:59 AM

    Love your bite recipes!

    Reply
  69. Emily @ My Healthyish Life

    08/19/2016 at 6:52 AM

    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.

    Reply
  70. kaci cheeseman

    08/19/2016 at 6:42 AM

    Snacks I always try to have stockpiled: almonds, dried fruit, snap peas, and healthy bites 🙂

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/19/2016 at 7:26 AM

      mmmm snap peas!

      Reply
  71. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    08/19/2016 at 6:31 AM

    Of course the ultimate back-to-school snack is bites for young and old! Haha! An essential!

    Reply
  72. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious

    08/19/2016 at 6:09 AM

    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!

    Reply
  73. Susie @ Suzlyfe

    08/19/2016 at 5:36 AM

    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 😀

    Reply
  74. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    08/19/2016 at 5:18 AM

    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!

    Reply
  75. Mollie K

    08/19/2016 at 5:09 AM

    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!

    Reply
    • Cotter Crunch

      08/19/2016 at 11:45 AM

      haha yes! thank you. Care to join?

      Reply
  76. Liz S.

    08/19/2016 at 5:06 AM

    My favorite back to school snack recipe is White Chocolate Chip Blondies. Sweet but still fun for back to school or anytime.

    Reply

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