The first time I whipped up these little goodies was for my daughter’s class. During my demonstration, all I had was a bowl and a spoon. I wanted to show the kids how easy it can be to make something healthy, but equally sweet and indulgent that didn’t require an oven. So, voila! These no-bake chocolate chip cookie energy bites were born. A few months later, when chatting about brain-foods with my good friend and best-selling author Christopher Paolini, I shared the recipe with him too. His reaction? “Dangerous!” I must admit, these energy bites are rather addicting, super nutritious and offer your body a great energy boost. Grab my brain food: no-bake chocolate chip cookie energy bites recipe below. A couple of bites for a quick on-the-go breakfast or munch on one when you need a little afternoon kick.
Mix It Up
You can use any mix-in favorites of your own. I love to swap out nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. There isn’t one way to make energy bites, there is flexibility to create your own spin. Interested in a coffee version? Use my recipe and add just a dash of instant espresso powder. It is a wonderful pick-me-up in the mornings, mid-mornings and afternoons. I keep my brain food: no-bake chocolate chip cookie energy bites on hand, especially in the school pick up lines. Grab a few for the road, you will be thankful you did! For an extra morning boost, pair it with the only smoothie recipe you will ever need and a quick, gentle morning stretch!
Watch as Christopher and I mix up a batch in a flash:
Brain Food: No-Bake Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 cup coconut chips
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup ground flax seeds
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- A few dates or maple syrup to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Add all dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.
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Add in the wet ingredients and mix. This will make the “dough” moldable.
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Roll mixture into small balls or shape into little cookies.
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Pop in the refrigerator to set. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge.
