No-Bake Trail Mix Energy Bites

Combine all your favorite trail mix flavors into the most convenient and delicious portable snack with these amazing No-Bake Trail Mix Energy Bites.

These perfectly portioned spheres pack all the satisfying crunch and natural sweetness of traditional trail mix into bite-sized treats that won’t spill all over your bag.

Each energy-packed bite delivers a delightful combination of nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and a touch of chocolate that provides sustained energy and satisfies both salty and sweet cravings.

These wholesome little powerhouses prove that healthy snacking can be incredibly convenient and absolutely delicious, making them the perfect grab-and-go fuel for busy days, hiking adventures, or anytime you need a nutritious energy boost

No-Bake Trail Mix Energy Bites

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Chill Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup natural almond butter
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons shredded coconut optional

Instructions

 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
• Add almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
• Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and mixture holds together when pressed.
• Fold in chocolate chips, dried cranberries, chopped almonds, sunflower seeds, and coconut if using.
• Cover bowl and refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.
• Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
• Place energy bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
• Refrigerate for another 15 minutes to set completely.
• Transfer to airtight container and store in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
• Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating for best texture.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving, 2 bites)

• Calories: 165
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 4g
• Fat: 9g
• Sodium: 55mg

Keyword Dried Fruit, Nuts, Trail Mix

Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Parchment paper
• Baking sheet or plate
• Airtight storage container

Cooking Tips

• If mixture is too dry, add more almond butter; if too wet, add more oats
• Wet hands slightly when rolling to prevent sticking
• Customize with your favorite trail mix ingredients
• Make double batch for easy meal prep

Substitutions

• Almond butter: Use peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter
• Honey: Substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar
• Dried cranberries: Try chopped dates, dried cherries, or goji berries
• Almonds: Use any chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or cashews
• Sunflower seeds: Replace with pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts