This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almonds.
Buzz, buzz, buzz.
I feel like all I’m doing this week is buzzing from one meeting, one appointment, one errand, one grocery store run (ok, make that like four grocery store runs), one lunch date, one happy hour, one sushi night to the next. My calendar alerts are definitely working overtime. That said, I’ll take any excuse to be out soaking up this radiant spring sunshine that’s been warming up Kansas City lately, even if that means an overbooked week of errands. So no complaints here. ?
I’ve got my windows down. I’ve got my new shades on. I’ve got my podcasts a-playin’.
And I’ve got these tasty new energy bites packed along for the rides.
Yep, that’s right, it’s about dang time for a new energy bites recipe here on the blog.
I’ve been experimenting with variations on this classic for years. But ever since I went sugar-free for a few months last year, that recipe actually tastes a little too sweet to me. So I’ve been experimenting with a few variations that are slightly more savory/salty, and I think I finally found a winner with this one.
It still has many of the foundational elements of oatmeal-based energy bites that I love — oats, flax seed, toasted coconut and vanilla. But this time I lowered the amount of honey, swapped PB for almond butter, and added in a ton of my long-time greatest nutty obsession — roasted almonds. Specifically, Blue Diamond Roasted Salted Almonds.
I love every single almond in the Blue Diamond line, but their roasted salted almonds have been my go-to snack since way back before the brilliance of Wasabi & Soy Sauce and Honey Roasted Chipotle ever came on the scene. And since way before this guy fell head over heels for me — ahem — the Salt ‘n Vinegar almonds in my pantry.
That is to say, Roasted Salted and I go way, way back.
Now, though, I’m pretty sure they have secured an extra-solid spot in my future with their inclusion in this recipe. Their smoky, salty flavor rounds out the sweetness of the almond butter and honey and coconut in these bites absolutely perfectly.
And in the midst of a crazy day buzzing around town, they also provide the perfect pop of protein to keep me energized and going. I feel like this is definitely the energy bites recipe for me in this sweet (although technically less-sugary) season of life. So if you’re looking for a new sweet and salty snack, breakfast, or even a healthier dessert, you’ve gotta try ’em.
Enjoy!
Sweet and Salty Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup (dry) oatmeal (I used old-fashioned oats)
- 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes
- 2/3 cup roughly-chopped Blue Diamond Roasted Salted Almonds
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup ground flax seed
- 1/3 cup honey or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed. Cover and let chill in the refrigerator for half an hour.
- Once chilled, roll into balls of whatever size you would like. (Mine were about 1″ in diameter.) Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.
- Makes about 20-25 balls.
Notes
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!This is a sponsored post in partnership with Blue Diamond Almonds, maker of those tasty roasted salted almonds. Thanks for continuing to support the brands who help make this site possible!
how many calories are in each ball?
Hi Aizel! We’re sorry but we are unsure of the nutrition facts/amount of calories in this recipe. We currently are not publishing nutrition facts on the site, as the nutrition calculators available are not 100% accurate, and we never want to publish anything that might be misleading. However, a lot of our readers love the My Fitness Pal nutrition calculator, so feel free to try that for an estimate. We hope that helps!
These energy bites are yummy. How many calories and how much sugar per serving?
Thanks Jane — we’re glad you like them! Unfortunately though, we aren’t sure of the nutrition facts/amount of calories in this recipe. We currently are not publishing nutrition facts on the site, as the nutrition calculators available are not 100% accurate, and we never want to publish anything that might be misleading. However, a lot of our readers love the My Fitness Pal nutrition calculator, so feel free to try that for an estimate. We hope that helps!
Thanks Hayley! Can’t wait to try them with apricots or maybe craisins!
You’re welcome Kristine! This is actually Ali’s blog and her recipes (I just help out with comments). :)
love these, took them to work and they were gone and recipe cards are being filled out for everyone good job love them
We’re so glad they were a hit Patti! :)
These sound amazing! However, I’m not a fan of coconut. Any suggestions on a substitute? Thanks!
Thanks Kristine! No worries on the coconut — you can add extra oats and a mixture of dried fruit and/or nuts to compensate (cut up dried apricots would be really yummy in these)! :) We hope you enjoy!
I haven’t made these but THANK GOODNESS FOR NO DATES. All the energy bites I find have dates – I hate them and can always taste them. Will definitely be trying these sometime.
Thanks Ally – we hope you love these! :)
Hmmm Yummy
i hope my wife can make this energy bites for me and sons
How do you think these would freeze? I’m not sure I could eat all of these in a week, but would love to make it in a big batch.
We think these should freeze just fine! We hope you enjoy! :)
Yum, these look super delicious and easy to make gluten free. I always need a good protein snack at the ready so I don’t eat handfuls of chocolate chips.
Thanks Karen — we hope you enjoy them! :)
Energy is what I need now ! These look so healthy and yum. I have everything but the ground flax seed, So that means I got to get them soon to make these :)
Awesome — we hope you enjoy them Ruwani! :)