Description
Easy no-bake energy bites perfect for a kid-friendly snack. Made with simple ingredients like oats and cherries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup nut butter (like peanut or almond)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Combine oats, chopped cherries, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chia seeds (if using) in a medium bowl.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is sticky.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Store frozen bites in an airtight container in the freezer.
Notes
- Use allergy-friendly nut butter if needed.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk.
- These bites are great for on-the-go snacks.
- Kids can help roll the balls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American