Vegan & Gluten Free Energy Bites

Easy Vegan & Gluten-Free Energy Bites (No-Bake & Protein-Packed!)

Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious snack to keep you energized throughout the day? These vegan and gluten-free energy bites are the perfect mid-morning boost or afternoon pick-me-up! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, chopped nuts, seeds, and vegan chocolate chips, they offer the perfect balance of sweetness, chewiness, and crunch.

Not only are these no-bake energy bites incredibly easy to make, but they’re also packed with plant-based protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Whether you need a pre-workout snack, lunchbox treat, or healthy dessert alternative, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Let’s whip up a batch of these nutritious, grab-and-go energy bites—you’re going to love them!

Why You’ll Love These Vegan & Gluten-Free Energy Bites

These energy bites are the perfect snack for everyone—from busy adults to kids on the go! Here’s why they’ll become a household favorite:

✔ Kid-Friendly & Fun to Eat – These bites are bite-sized, making them perfect for little hands and picky eaters. With a delicious combination of vegan chocolate chips, nut butter, and crunchy nuts, they’re sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. Plus, they’re easy to make, so your little ones can even help you in the kitchen!

✔ Packed with Nutrients – Each bite is a nutrient powerhouse. The oats provide a healthy source of fiber to keep you full, while hemp seeds and flaxseed meal offer a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and plant-based protein. Adding Brazil nuts and pumpkin seeds ensures you’re getting a good dose of minerals like magnesium, zinc, and selenium.

✔ Satisfying & Energizing – These energy bites deliver a balanced mix of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, which means they’ll help keep you and your kids energized and satisfied throughout the day. They’re the perfect pre-workout snack, afternoon pick-me-up, or lunchbox treat!

✔ No-Bake & Easy to Make – With minimal ingredients and no baking required, these energy bites come together in minutes, making them an incredibly easy and convenient snack to have on hand.

These energy bites are delicious, wholesome, and packed with goodness—making them a snack you can feel good about! Whether you’re fueling your family’s day or need a nutritious snack for yourself, they’re the perfect choice.

Ingredients needed (with substitutions)

• Gluten-free rolled oats
• Nut butter of choice – Peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower butter all work great.
• Date paste – Maple syrup or agave syrup can be used as alternatives if you don’t have date paste on hand.
• Ground flaxseed meal
• Hemp seeds
• Brazil nuts – Feel free to substitute with your favorite nuts if preferred. These can be omitted if you don’t have any on hand.
• Pumpkin seeds– sunflower seeds would work as well. These can also be omitted if you don’t have any on hand.
• Vanilla extract
• Vegan Protein Powder– Unsweetened or Vanilla is preferred for an extra added protein punch
• Vegan chocolate chips – I prefer mini semisweet chocolate chips, but any variety will do!

How to Make Energy Bites

1. Prep the Seeds and Nuts – Start by adding the pumpkin seeds and Brazil nuts into your food processor. Pulse on high until the nuts are finely chopped. If you don’t have Brazil nuts or pumpkin seeds, feel free to use any nuts of your choice, or even omit them completely. I love adding these for an extra boost of protein, vitamins, and minerals, but it’s totally customizable!
2. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, hemp seeds, ground flaxseed meal, chopped nuts, and mini vegan chocolate chips.
3. Add Wet Ingredients – Pour in the nut butter, date paste, and vanilla extract. If you have a stand mixer (like a KitchenAid), use it on medium speed for an easier mix. If not, a spatula will work just fine to stir everything together until well combined.
4. Shape the Bites – Use a melon baller, cookie scoop, or a regular spoon to form bite-sized balls from the mixture.
5. Chill & Enjoy – Place the energy bites on a tray and let them cool in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set. Once chilled, they’re ready to enjoy!

These bites make the perfect grab-and-go snack—easy to make, and packed with nutrients to keep you fueled throughout the day!y!

Storage Instructions for Vegan & Gluten-Free Energy Bites

Refrigeration – Store your energy bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. This helps them stay fresh and firm for easy snacking!

Freezing – For longer storage, you can freeze the energy bites. Simply place them in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag. They’ll keep for up to 3 months. Just let them thaw in the fridge for a few hours before enjoying.

These bites are perfect for meal prep, and with proper storage, you can always have a quick, nutritious snack ready whenever you need it!

Looking for other delicious recipes? Check out our Vegan and Gluten Free Vanilla Chocolate Chip Muffins or our Vegan and Gluten Free Carrot Applesauce Muffins.

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Vegan and Gluten Free Energy Bites

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Course Snack

Equipment

• food processor
• Stand Mixer optional

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flax seed meal
• 1/2 cup hemp seed
• 1 cup chopped nuts (pumpkin and Brazil nuts- your choice)
• 1 1/3 cups nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew butter, etc)
• 1 cup date paste
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup vegan semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Chop/ pulse pumpkin seeds and Brazil nuts in food processor
• Pour oats, chopped nuts, hemp seeds, flaxseed meal, and chocolate chips into large mixing bowl, or bowl of stand mixture. Stir together
• Pour in nut butter, date paste, and vanilla extract and stir together until mixed well.
• Form into balls with melon baller, cookie scoop, or spoon.
• Let chill for 30 minutes and enjoy!