Chocolate Coconut Energy Bites
When that mid-afternoon energy crash hits, we need a snack just as much as our kids do. And if you’re anything like me, you want something quick, a little sweet, and made with ingredients you already have on hand—without the sugar crash an hour later.
These chocolate coconut energy bites have become one of those easy, always-yes snacks in our house. They come together in minutes, are perfect for after-school or busy afternoons, and actually keep everyone going for a bit. It’s a simple, no-bake recipe that feels like a treat but works in real life—which is exactly what I need most days.
Why You’ll Love These:
✧ 5-minute prep you can literally toss everything in a bowl and mix
✧ No refined sugar sweetened naturally with maple syrup
✧ Packed with healthy fats & fiber which will help to keep you full (and satisifed) for longer
✧ Kid-approved because if we can all enjoy the same treats, that makes life just easier! I know you get it!
These bites are perfect for meal-prepping, lunchboxes, or a grab-and-go snack. Bonus? They taste like a healthy version of an Almond Joy!
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A Few Quick Tips Before You Make Them…
↠ Best Nut Butter Option: I love using cashew butter for its neutral flavor, but almond butter makes these taste even more like Almond Joys!
↠ Choosing a Sweetener: If you want an alternative to maple syrup, coconut nectar works well! (I don’t recommend honey, as it changes the flavor.)
↠ Mini Chocolate Chips Matter: I use Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips for a dairy-free, allergy-friendly version that still tastes incredible!
↠ Making Them with Kids? Get ready for a coconut snowstorm in your kitchen. But trust me, it’s worth it! Let them roll the bites in coconut flakes—it’s messy but FUN!
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Chocolate Coconut Energy Bites Recipe
Ingredients
¾ Cups Rolled Oats (for gluten free option, be sure your oats are labeled GF!)
¼ cup Flax (ground)
½ cup shredded coconut + extra for rolling
¼ cup cacao powder
½ cup cashew butter
¼ cup maple syrup
Pinch of salt (if nut butter is unsalted, otherwise omit)
½ cup mini chocolate chips*
*use Enjoy Life chips for dairy/allergy free version
Directions
Measure out all ingredients in a bowl, stir until well blended
Scoop using your melon baller or spoon, roll into balls
Roll in coconut shredded coconut
Let set in fridge for about 20-30 mins
➳ You can store these in an airtight container for up to 3 days!
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