10+ Energy Bites and Balls

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Whip up a batch of No-Bake Energy Balls for the ultimate portable snack! They are perfect to pack in a lunchbox for work, school, or travel. Or, just keep some on hand to grab when you need a little boost. All of these easy energy bites recipes are gluten free, and most can be made vegan too!

What are Energy Balls?

Energy balls (also sometimes called energy bites) are no-bake snacks that you can whip up in minutes! They’re easy to customize with your favorite flavors and superfood ingredients to meet any of your allergy needs. Toss a few ingredients in a food processor or stir them together, and then roll the sticky mixture into balls. They are quick to make and are perfect for packing to take to school, work, or on a road trip.

Because they typically contain a combination of whole-grain carbs, fat, protein, and fiber, I find they help me feel full and fueled during any busy day. It’s an easy way to pack in a variety of ingredients like fruit, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.

Common ingredients in energy balls:

Energy bites usually only have a few ingredients, but by choosing different ones, you can make any number of different flavor combinations depending on what you like.

• Dried fruit – dried dates are a common base for many energy ball recipes. They are sticky and form a paste that can be rolled. Other options include raisins, dried cranberries, dried apricots, figs, and even coconut.
• Fresh or thawed frozen fruit – bananas, pineapple, and even thawed and drained frozen berries are sometimes mixed in. In this case, you’ll typically need more grains or something else for binding the bites.
• Grains – oats or even cooked quinoa are often found in energy bites to add fiber and bulk. However, you’ll also find recipes that are grain free and paleo-friendly.
• Nuts and nut butter – peanut butter, almond butter, or another nut or sunflower seed butter are great for binding ingredients. Meanwhile, nuts like walnuts or pecans also add some texture and crunch. Almond meal can be a grain-free alternative to bulk up those balls.
• Seeds – flax, hemp, chia, and other seeds sneak in some extras.
• Protein powder – I typically don’t add protein powder to my energy ball recipes. That being said, some like to boost the protein with whey, collagen, pea, or other protein powders.
• Flavors and mix-ins – have some fun and make them extra tasty with spices, extracts, or even cocoa powder. And fun mix-ins like mini chocolate chips or even a few sprinkles never hurt!

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10+ Recipes for No-Bake Energy Balls

Get ready to try these recipes and find your favorite energy bites to snack on!