No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, One Bowl)
No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites (V, GF, DF): a one bowl recipe for protein-packed energy bites bursting with whole ingredients. Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, Whole Grain.
Hiya! How are you today? Energetic? Sleepy? Maybe just somewhere in the middle? Either way, I hope you’re having an amazing start to the day because… we could all use that, don’t you think?
Last week, I shared my dark chocolate coconut almond trail mix cookies with you. I’ve already received awesome feedback and readers telling me they’d make just one change to the recipe: DOUBLE it next time. 😉 Yeah!
So this week, I thought we’d kick off with something super fun with similar trail mix vibes: No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites! Why yes, I did have to put an exclamation mark after that. Are you a fan of no bake treats? If so, do you associate no bake with desserts or energy-packed snacks?
Oh, I kind of like the sound of that… energy-packed snacks. Maybe we should write a song for it. It might go something along the lines of:
Hiking up the hill with my energy-packed snacks,
Looking for some rocks to carry in my backpack.
Sounds like something crazy, but it’s called ruck…ing
Feeling so energetic, no longer simply nap-ping.
Why yes, you’re very welcome for that lovely tune. See, who said I couldn’t provide you with an ego boost?? I’m here to simply embarrass myself with these lyrical “stylings” and make you feel waaaay better about yourself. 😉 Friends do this for friends, amiright? .
Anywho, I’ve clearly had my fair share of these no bake bites and I’m ready to conquer that ridiculously hilly snow-topped hill near my house (yes, it is a hilly hill… if you can imagine). All I need are some of those tennis-racket snow shoe thingies, a little packet of these bites, and Erik for company, of course. Who wants to join us? .
The thing is, I get super, super crazy excited about no bake treats because they’ve totally changed our lives. A year ago, I thought they were kind of weird. I mean, no baking, no cooking of the oats, no boiling, nothing at all? And you get these little balls of food. It was odd. But very intriguing.
I kept my distance until this blog led me to a deep-sea exploration of the wonderful world of bites. Okay, there was no sea, but there was plenty of biting. Of food. Not Erik. I tried a couple recipes, but really wanted to make something that had as little sugar as possible, without it, ya know, tasting like it had as little sugar as possible.
And that’s when I created my no bake peanut butter coconut bites. Folks, that recipe is the most popular recipe on my blog. How did the humble little bowl of bites climb and conquer it’s way through all the bites on the net… we’ll never know. How did something no bake become so popular on a baking site? .
But let’s work with what we do know: bites are easy. They’re so easy to make, even easier to eat, and filled with the tastiest, simplest ingredients. In fact, you can customize any and all of the no bake recipes I’ve shared with ya. Cool deal, right?
Just two weeks ago, I shared the chocolate chip version of those popular bites, and now I’m here to bring you a trail mix remix (couldn’t help myself) of those bites. It’s been trail mix fever around here ever since the month of January kicked off. Et voilà, I’m proud to introduce my No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites.
This month is all about us getting more active, eating better, healthier, cleanier and more er’s I can’t think of right now. Feel free to add more er’s in the comments below. 🙂
Anyway, ever since I started whipping up no bake bites, Erik and I have completely changed the way we look at snacking. Before, we’d just about purchase all of our snacks. We’d make plenty of snacks at home for my mom, but totally fail to whip up something stress-free, filling and healthy for ourselves.
While there are lots of amazing pre-packaged snacks out there, I have to admit, we tried and ate so many that we just needed a switch-up to our routine. There’s only so many times you can hear that crinkling wrapper before you start twitching need a change.
Once we got the flow of no bake going, there was no stopping us! The cool part for Erik is that he feels really good about making them himself. He’s still a bit nervous with baking and some aspects of cooking, but he’s become a total boss when it comes to no bake bite making. Seriously, the perfect spheres he makes put me to shame. And I’m okay with that! .
That’s the beauty of no bake—anyone can do it. No offense, Erik! . It’s easy, quick and so satisfying. I could go on about this all day long, but I know you’ve got a busy day ahead of you. So, allow me to shower you with all of these No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites best, most edible, bulletpoints (doesn’t that sound safe?). These no bake bites are:
- easy to make, and ready in minutes
- chewy and texture-packed
- made with simple, feel-good ingredients
- vegan, gluten free, dairy-free, whole grain
- a one bowl recipe, oh yes
- bursting with seeds, nuts and fruit
- lightly sweet and deliciously nutty
- plant-based and allergy-friendly
- protein-packed
- perfect for all your adventures
- great for snacking
- so cool, because they have their own song (in case you forgot)
So what do you think? Will you join me in whipping up all manner of no bake delights? I’m so happy to get fit, get fueled and get going with you. Here’s to an amazing new year packed with new adventures!
Tell me, what’s your favorite way to get active?
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, One Bowl)
- Yield: 20-30 bites 1x
Description
No Bake Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bites (V, GF, DF): a one bowl recipe for protein-packed energy bites bursting with whole ingredients. Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, Whole Grain.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips (mini and regular)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut shreds or flakes
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup natural, unsalted creamy almond butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together all of the dry ingredients: chocolate chips, cranberries, walnuts, sunflower seeds, oats, coconut and flaxseed.
- Add almond butter and maple syrup. Using a sturdy spatula, stir and fold together until well incorporated.
- Scoop mixture into your hands (mine are 2 tablespoons each). Roll and press into bites. If the mixture is a little dry, add in a little more almond butter or maple syrup. Enjoy!
Notes
– Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
– Adapted from my No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Bites (Vegan, Gluten Free) and my No Bake Cranberry Coconut Energy Bites (V, GF, DF).
– More No Bake recipes (all V, GF, DF): No Bake Almond Butter Cookie Dough Granola Bars, No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Chocolate Chip Energy Bites, No Bake Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, No Bake Almond Butter Coconut Bites, No Bake Oatmeal Raisin Bites.
- Category: No Bake, Healthy Snacks, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, Whole Grain
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I have a question:
What if you can’t get your hands on the flax seeds? Can you just delete them or are they something that helps hold these together???
Is there a substitute? Can you use more of something already in the recipe instead? Help!
Hi Jenn! I responded to your email, but it bounced back! You can try subbing it with ground chia seeds or perhaps oat flour. The chia seeds will work best. I haven’t tried the oat flour, so no guarantees on that one. Good luck! 🙂
This looks like such a fun delicious no bake treats and I am totally eyeing that blue kitchen towel of yours!! It’s so pretty!! I want that!! 😛
It’s totally my current favorite bite! 🙂 Why thank you! I think it really brightens up the place! 😉
Hahaha, Demter, you crack me up! I’ll forgo the nap-ping in favor of biting into some of these chocolate chip trail mix energy bites anyday! Yay for all the hiking and rucking with your ruck sack filled with stones – though I prefer mine be filled with these bites – though then would it be rucking? Gosh all this pondering is making me hungry… guess I need me a dozen of these beauts – now, I know you are all for biting – but are you up for delivering too?
I kid, I kid about the biting part!
Making big <3 eyes at these – happy Tuesday friend!xo
I sooo knew you’d like that “song.” Haha. Okay, okay, it was pretty horrible, but at least I got to use the term “rucking” right?? 😉 And see, now you have the perfect excuse to use it too!. . Maybe in that case it would be called biting? Lol. Hope you had a great week, my friend! <3
Trail mix is such a tasty snack, I love this spin on it! I can’t wait to try making these!
Thank you! I’ve been thinking about tastier ways to enjoy it. Somehow, just grabbing a handful isn’t as fun (or portable lol). Can’t wait to hear what you think, Miranda! 🙂
Yep, no-bake treats are simply the best because they’re so easy and so tasty! And you’ve done it again with these chocolate chip trail mix bites. They look absolutely delicious, and I love the colour burst of cranberry, so pretty! 🙂 xo
Sooo easy! That’s totally one of my favorite aspects of no bake. 🙂 Thanks so much Marsha! Somehow, little pops of color in food always brighten the day. 🙂
I really like that: being more active, eating better, healthier, cleaner! We’re in! Especially if it involves these no-bake bites, easy to make and loaded with good stuff! Happy Monday my friend, pinning, of course! 🙂
Yay!! Totally my top goals for the year. The challenge will just be to keep it up throughout the year. 🙂 Happy Monday, dear! Thank you for pinning! xo
I associate no bake treats with one thing – YOU. I mean, you are D to the Meter, QUEEN Beaming No Baker! 😉 I am loooooving all your trail mix vibes, girlfriend! Cookies, energy bites, gimme alllll the traily-mixy eats! These bites look amazing, mi-lady! Is it weird I want to keep a bunch of these in my car and purse to have on hand whenever I need a quick snack fix? Of course I’ll need to keep a dozen in my pockets and at home too… because ya never know when I need to get my energy on! Pinned of course! Cheers, bestie! xoxoxoxoxo mwah!
Yay!!! My, what a tasty association! 🙂 Beaming No Baker in the house!! . LOL. How’d I know you’d call me milady? . It is SO NOT weird to want to keep these in your purse. That’s precisely what they’re made for (oh, and eating too). 😉 Thanks bestie! Love ya! xoxo
I won’t be doing any hiking anytime soon (STILL fighting off my Coldmageddon) but I think these beauties could definitely help me feel better! Happy Monday, my friend! xo
I’m sorry to hear that Kate. I hope you feel much better, very soon. <3 Happy Monday! xo
I get really excited (probably a little too much!) about no-bake treats, too! I mean, anything that takes minimal prep time, without the oven, is a winner in my book. Especially when it comes to healthier energy bites! And you make the BEST kinds! These look like little balls of perfection, Demeter! I’m in love with the trail mix goodies and chocolate in here. I could definitely conquer a hill with a few of these to keep me company (but luckily for me, there are no hills around here haha). Pinned, of course! Hope your Monday is off to a good start and you’re keeping warm in the cold weather!
No such thing as too excited for no bake!! 😉 Okay, I probably get even more too-excited about these! 😉 Lol. So true… the easier, the better. Thank you so much Gayle. No hills? No problem! Just enjoy anyway. Haha. Happy Monday, my friend. xo