Chocolate Almond Bites

No-bake bites of coconut, almond butter and cocoa with no added sugar — roll, chill and keep on hand for an easy post-workout snack.

  • About 18 bites
  • Prep 10 min
  • Ready in 40 min
Round no-bake energy bites in a dark ceramic bowl

These are great for a post-workout snack.

Serving suggestion: Enjoy one as a snack. These bites are naturally sweet from the coconut and nut butter without any refined sugar!

— Kristen

Ingredients

Nutrition per serving

Calories
100
Protein
2 g

Serving: 1 bite. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.

Instructions

  1. Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine the shredded coconut, almond butter, melted coconut oil, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir until fully combined.
  2. Shape into bites: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll into small balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  3. Chill: Refrigerate or freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
  4. Store: Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
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