Description
These No-Bake Cherry Pecan Chia Energy Bites are packed with natural sweetness, nutty crunch, and a boost of fiber and protein! Made with dried cherries, pecans, oats, and chia seeds, these bites are the perfect snack to fuel your day. They’re easy to make, require no baking, and are great for meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, pecans, dried cherries, and chia seeds. Stir well.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm the nut butter and honey (or maple syrup) for about 20 seconds until slightly runny. Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. If the mixture feels too dry, add a tiny bit more honey or nut butter.
- Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- You can swap pecans for walnuts or almonds.
- For extra protein, add 1–2 tablespoons of protein powder.
- If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more oats. If it’s too dry, add more nut butter.