A healthy spin on the popular candy bar, these No-Bake Almond Joy Energy Bites are packed with protein and fiber to give you long-lasting energy.
Snacks are vital to my being. Between chasing around my toddlers all day and hitting the gym five days a week, it’s pretty rare for me to last more than 3 hours without needing a little energy boost.
Not only are snacks another opportunity to nourish the body with vitamins and nutrients but they are essential if you want to avoid turning into a hangry monster.
As you’ve probably noticed, I’m a huge fan of almond joy anything. There is just something magical about combining frangrant coconut with rich chocolate and crunchy almonds. Since we’ve already tackled Almond Joy Granola and Gluten Free Almond Joy Pancakes, I decided to create No-Bake Almond Joy Energy Bites for on-the-go snacking.
To give these bites even more staying power, I added my new favorite protein powder from my friends at Bob’s Red Mill. This product is new to me but after using it for several weeks in smoothies, pancakes and more – I am a huge fan. Not only does it taste delicious (reminds me of malted powder) but it is unsweetened and has just 1 g of sugar per serving. Most brands out there have 6 g or more.
To create the perfect texture and consistency, I decided to pulse the ingredients in a food processor until finely chopped. Melted coconut oil and all natural honey are folded in before they are rolled into portable energy bites.
I love stashing them in my car for a post-workout snack or in my laptop bag when I’m working from a coffee shop. It’s a great way to avoid temptation and keep me satisfied until dinner.
No forks required.
No-Bake Almond Joy Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups oats old fashioned or quick cooking
- 1 cup almonds natural unsalted
- 1/2 cup Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein Powder
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
Instructions
- Place the first 5 ingredients (oats through salt) in a food processor and pulse until mixture reaches the consistency of crumbly sand.
- In a large bowl, whisk together honey and melted coconut oil.
- Pour the almond oat mixture into the bowl and stir until fully incorporated with the honey and coconut oil.
- Stir in the shredded coconut then begin forming into bite-sized balls using a small cookie scoop or one large spoon.
- Serving immediately or chill in an air-tight container to enjoy later.
Notes
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Disclosure: I am honored to be a Bob’s Red Mill Brand Ambassador. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Lemon Bowl possible. As always, all thoughts are my own.
Megan {Country Cleaver}
January 26, 2015 at 2:45 pmHow did you know that Almond Joy’s were my biggest weakness under the sun?! Okay, I totally have to try these!!
Liz DellaCroce
January 27, 2015 at 3:55 pmYou and me both – I love me some almond joys!
Marla Meridith
January 23, 2015 at 8:31 amLoving these healthy snack bites Liz!!
Liz DellaCroce
January 24, 2015 at 1:14 pmThanks Marla!!
Joanne
January 22, 2015 at 11:37 pmI had a mini almond joy the other day, and I have to say, I’m pretty sure these would satisfy my cravings infinitely more! Chocolate and coconut are such a perfect pair!
Liz DellaCroce
January 24, 2015 at 1:19 pmThey’re never quite as good as I remember – do you find that? I usually have one around Halloween and it’s always a bit of a let down.
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter
January 22, 2015 at 1:34 amLove having snacks like this around! I love Almond Joy anything and the protein powder sounds awesome!
Liz DellaCroce
January 24, 2015 at 1:20 pmYou and me both! Thanks Kelly!
Lisa
January 21, 2015 at 12:52 pmI have all of the ingredients, except whey? I don’t want to purchase it, since it has soy lecithin. Will this recipe work, if I use almond meal? Thanks.
Liz DellaCroce
January 21, 2015 at 10:07 pmYes absolutely!! Enjoy!
Susan
January 20, 2015 at 12:45 pmLiz, I love it that you are putting protein powder into snacks like this. I would still probably put in a little more to up the protein level, but these would definitely be worth making. Almond joy, mounds… Yum!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:28 pmYou can definitely add more! Make it your own!
Susan
January 20, 2015 at 8:50 pmI made these tonight, using 5 scoops of chocolate Designer Whey, and cutting back a little bit on the almonds. I had to add more liquid (used about ½ cup water, not measured, just added enough to make the dough stick together). You would have loved the mess my kitchen and I were in by the time I got through. I washed my hands in my dishwater and had to change the dishwater… Using the flavored whey made them come out a bit too sweet for me, so next time I would use the unflavored whey which has no sweetener. My husband is out refereeing tonight, so I had plenty of time to play in the kitchen. We’ll see how he likes the surprise tomorrow.
Liz DellaCroce
January 21, 2015 at 10:17 pmOh I’m so glad you tried them!!! They were devoured in 2 days in my house. I hope yours last longer!
Susan
January 21, 2015 at 10:25 pmThey have to last longer here. One of us is participating in a 6-week healthy challenge… And both of us are trying to control our weight. :-)
Liz DellaCroce
January 24, 2015 at 1:20 pmKeep up your great work in the challenge!!
Stephanie @ MrsTeaandMrCoffee.com
January 20, 2015 at 11:55 amI made these yesterday, to have healthy snacks for the whole week. They are so yummy and love that they are portable! Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:28 pmOh I’m so glad you made them and love them Stephanie!! Enjoy!
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite
January 19, 2015 at 10:26 pmYou already know that I love all your energy ball recipes. I can’t wait to try these out.
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:32 pmYou’re so sweet – thank you friend!
Miss @ Miss in the [email protected]
January 19, 2015 at 9:23 pmTotally delicious! I need to make these now.
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:32 pmI hope you love them!
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles
January 19, 2015 at 8:32 pmHow perfect are these?! Love!!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:33 pmThank you Brenda!
Gaby
January 19, 2015 at 4:37 pmThis is right way to do a healthy snack, fantastic!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
January 19, 2015 at 4:16 pmYum! I am going to get this protein powder – and am certainly trying these energy bites!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:34 pmOh good I hope you love it Robyn!
Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog
January 19, 2015 at 2:51 pmThese sound so delicious! I love almond joy candy, and a healthy candy like treat? Yes please!
Rachel Cooks
January 19, 2015 at 2:49 pmLove snacks like this and the added protein is genius!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:34 pmI hope you try them!! And you’d love this protein powder – it’s awesome in smoothies!!
Cookin Canuck
January 19, 2015 at 2:34 pmFirst of all, I am one of those “hangry” people…no food + me = crabby! Second, I love Almonds Joys, so these energy bites are sounding pretty darn awesome. Third, I need to try that protein powder. Love all of this!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:34 pmhaha I get so hangry – especially after a workout!!! I know you understand. ;)
Faith (An Edible Mosaic)
January 19, 2015 at 11:18 amOh heck yes! I am the same way, I love to keep healthy snacks around for the same reason. These little bites look delicious and I need to try that protein powder!
Liz DellaCroce
January 19, 2015 at 2:12 pmYou would love it Faith!! Unsweetened which I know you would prefer too. xo
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction
January 19, 2015 at 10:28 amI love having snacks like this around to keep me from getting too hungry! I need to find that whey protein powder!
Liz DellaCroce
January 19, 2015 at 2:15 pmI was so sad I forgot snacks in my car this morning and it wasn’t pretty!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
January 19, 2015 at 10:24 amI had no idea BRM made protein powder. I’ve actually been looking for some protein to add to my smoothies, but didn’t really know which kind to buy or where to start with it. I ALWAYS trust BRM because they’ve never let me down, so I think I’ll just keep my eye out for this now. And I’m with you – Almond Joy all the things. Except that I also buy a big bag of Almond Joy’s “for the trick or treaters” each year and then fake act surprised when kids don’t like coconut. Oops, looks like I have to eat them now. I have no choice, clearly.
Liz DellaCroce
January 19, 2015 at 2:15 pmYES!! Try BRM protein -I really think you’ll like it. lol You’re so funny!!!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
January 19, 2015 at 10:22 amI’m with Ali, definitely need to try the protein powder! I feel like I can never find a good go-to. Love these balls my friend!
Liz DellaCroce
January 19, 2015 at 2:14 pmGive BRM Protein a try – it seriously tastes like malted milk! Balls to the walls.
Kristina
January 19, 2015 at 10:13 amBob’s Red Mill has some fabulous new products lately – just visited with them at the Fancy Food Show…
these sound fantastic – I am always looking for new flavors for homemade snacks, this will be my next! thanks for the recipe!
Liz DellaCroce
January 20, 2015 at 7:36 pmOh I’m so jealous!!! I hope to visit the factory one day!
Ali | Gimme Some Oven
January 19, 2015 at 6:49 amHa, if you want to avoid turning into a hangry monster. :)
These look fabulous, Liz! I need to try that whey protein powder.
Liz DellaCroce
January 19, 2015 at 9:09 amAm I right or am I right? ;) I highly recommend BRM whey, Ali – I actually prefer the taste of the unsweetened protein powder. It lets the other flavors in whatever I’m eating shine through.
Stacey
January 22, 2015 at 10:51 amJust wondering – I don’t like whey-based protein. How might this recipe work with a chocolate-flavored plant-based protein powder? Do you think if I used 3/4C of that instead of the 1/2C BRM and 1/4C Cocoa powder it would work? I would love to try these!
Liz DellaCroce
January 24, 2015 at 1:20 pmI don’t know why you couldn’t replace it 1:1 ratio? Let me know how it works!
mary d
January 31, 2015 at 9:37 pmlooks good. I’m going to make these.
Liz DellaCroce
February 1, 2015 at 5:13 pmI hope you like them Mom!