Description
These High Protein Monster Energy Bites are the ultimate no-bake snack for busy families. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness, they keep energy steady without the crash. Perfect for after-school, pre-workout, or anytime hunger strikes!
Ingredients
1 ½ cups old-fashioned oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
¼ cup ground flaxseed
½ cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and salt.
2. In another bowl, stir almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
4. Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
5. Refrigerate mixture for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
7. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
Spoon and level oats—don’t pack them.
If too dry, add 1 tsp almond butter at a time; if too wet, add oats.
Wet hands before rolling to prevent sticking.
For consistent size, use a cookie scoop.
Kids love helping roll them—turn it into a fun family project!
Store in fridge up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert, No-Bake
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 6 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g