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45 January 30, 2015 Allergy Friendly

Fruit & Nut Trail Mix Energy Bites

Quick no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Bites Recipe are loaded with dried cranberries, oats & pistachios for a healthy breakfast or snack on the go!

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Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go! #energyballs #glutenfree #snacks #healthy

Let’s talk oneeeee more time about Super Bowl.

I know.  I know.  I know. It’s like beating a dead horse. But it’s my last talk before the big game. So bare with me one more time. Or you can just scroll to the bottom for the recipe. You choose.

Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go! #energyballs #glutenfree #snacks #healthy

Oh good you are still here! So do you have your whole game plan sorted out? All things buffalo, wings and sweets planned out? Ready to kick back with a cocktail and probably not watch one moment of the actual game and just scout out the best commercial?

Besides the food, the commercials are thee only reason I enjoy Super Bowl! Sadly, the quality of the commercials have really taken a turn for the worse. Whether just awful all around or are boarder line inappropriate and make everyone in the room uncomfortable. I am looking at you Carl’s Jr!  But being a cat lover, I still laugh years later at EDS’ cat herding commercial. Like tears. Rolling down my face. “Herding Cats. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s easy.”

Where has that kind of humor gone?

Keeping my hopes this year will have some solid commercials this year, but I am not holding my breath.

Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go! #energyballs #glutenfree #snacks #healthy

Now, I bet you thought I would throw one last healthy spin on ‘bar food’ recipe, but I thought what is a party without dessert? We already went over my need for something sweet at the end of a meal, and a party is no exception.

There is not one day that passes that I do not have an energy ball type recipe in my fridge. They are sweet, popable and completely customizable. Throw in whatever dried nuts, peanut or almond butter, chocolate chips or coconut flakes in a bowl and you have one killer sweet tooth saver! Before or after a workout? Energy ball! Bored while attempting to write a blog post? Energy ball! Just passing through the kitchen? Energy ball!

Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go! #energyballs #glutenfree #snacks #healthy

When I first tried this recipe, I was going for no bake energy bars, but my mixture was too thin and they just broke in half. But the taste was still fantastic. Good thing I don’t discriminate because they still tasted great, so they got rolled into balls rather than bars. By all means, you can press these into a 9×9 pan (lined with parchment if you want to make your life easy) and refrigerate.

The flavor reminded me of those trail mix bars from Quaker, I use to enjoy as a kid. Wholesome oats, raisins, mini chocolate chips all held together by honey. Sweet and filling!

As I indulge in snack foods galore on Sunday, I will rest assured that I will have plenty of sweet endings awaiting!

Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go! #energyballs #glutenfree #snacks #healthy

meal prep tips:

  1. these Energy Bites Recipe are the perfect on-the-go snack! Make a batch on the weekend or evening, store in a sealed container in the fridge, then grab as needed!

{No Bake} Fruit & Nut Trail Mix Energy Bites

Quick and healthy no bake Fruit and Nut Trail Mix Energy Balls are loaded with dried cranberries, oats and pistachios for a nutritious breakfast or snack on the go!

10 minPrep Time

10 minTotal Time

Yields 8

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

  • Dry:
  • 2 cups gluten free uncooked oats
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries (I used orange flavored)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax seed
  • 1/3 cup shelled pistachios
  • Wet:
  • 1/2 cup honey (or maple if vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce (or pumpkin puree)

Instructions

  1. Dry: Combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix well.
  2. Wet: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the wet ingredients and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir, microwave on 20-second intervals until completely melted.
  3. Add the wet to the dry ingredients and mix well until the mixture forms a ball.
  4. For Bars: Line a 9x9 pan with parchment and add the mixture. Press down until it's even. Refrigerate for a 3 hours or until hard. Cut into 8 bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
  5. For Bites: Chill dough for 3 hours or until hard. Roll into 20 balls and store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

*If you are having a hard time rolling into balls, add more honey until comes together. These bites are a bit lighter rather than a super dense energy bite.

*Recipe Updated 9.10.2015: Added the addition of chilling the dough as it is essential for the coconut oil and the honey to solidify, which holds the mixture together.

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 If you make this energy bites recipe, make sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #WITHSALTANDWIT. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!

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Categories: Allergy Friendly Tags: cranberries, energy balls, energy bites, flax, gluten free, nuts, oatmeal, oats, pistachios, protein, snack

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  1. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

    January 30, 2015 at 5:59 am

    Loving that this doesn't have any white sugar! Pinned to make soon. :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 6:23 am

      Exactly! Healthy treats!
      Reply
  2. DessertForTwo says

    January 30, 2015 at 6:04 am

    These are just what my morning needs!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 6:23 am

      Or anytime of the day but mornings especially!
      Reply
  3. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says

    January 30, 2015 at 6:43 am

    My favorite kind of snack is one with fruits and nuts and these certainly fit that bill. They look perfect and my kids would adore as well. Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 7:45 am

      Oh I am with ya! Kids big and small alike like these...hope you enjoy!
      Reply
  4. Beth says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:05 am

    I have a similar tree slice like that, Tj Maxx or BBB by chance? :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 7:45 am

      Crate and Barrel!!!
      Reply
  5. Heather | girlichef says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:02 am

    I can definitely think of a few instances where popping a few of these energy bites would be welcomed! They look so tasty, and I'd probably have a hard time not eating too many ;). And YES, the commercials are sometimes the best part of SuperBowl (depending on who's playing...).
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 11:54 am

      I am hoping the commercials are good this since my team is long gone from the race! Thanks Heather!
      Reply
  6. Sara @ Bitz & Giggles says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:33 am

    I need all the energy I can get! I would love to have a bowl of these beside me when I'm working at the computer! A snack you don't have to feel guilty about!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 11:53 am

      Oh for sure! I like your idea...a big bowl so I don't have make my way to the fridge ;)
      Reply
  7. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:35 am

    I seriously can never get enough of energy bites! These look delicious! I love the trail mix combo in here, sounds like the perfect snack!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 11:52 am

      I second that, Gayle!!
      Reply
  8. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:09 am

    I really need to make these - and stat! My energy levels have completely tanked and I know it's only going to get worse!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 30, 2015 at 11:30 am

      Oh these will be the ticket to getting them back up!
      Reply
  9. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    January 30, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    I could totally just sit and much on these all game!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 31, 2015 at 7:51 am

      I want to join you! You bring the pork sliders and I will bring these ;)
      Reply
  10. Cyndi @ My Kitchen Craze says

    January 30, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    I need to start making these! I definitely need some energy these days and I love trail mix. Sounds like the perfect combo. Yum!! ;)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 31, 2015 at 7:50 am

      You will love them! Thanks Cyndi!
      Reply
  11. Nutmeg Nanny says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:09 pm

    These little bites of happiness look amazing! Love all that nutty flavor...yum!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 31, 2015 at 7:49 am

      I like your title of them!
      Reply
  12. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    January 31, 2015 at 2:05 am

    I love energy balls like these.. they are the perfect healthy thing for me to snack on when I am craving something sweet. Thanks for the great recipe Meg, I do have to give these a go.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 31, 2015 at 7:50 am

      Exactly! Hope you enjoy, Thalia!
      Reply
  13. Kelley says

    January 31, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Umm.. yes, please! These look amazing!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 2, 2015 at 10:38 am

      Coming right up ;) Thanks Kelley!
      Reply
  14. Rachael says

    January 31, 2015 at 11:28 am

    love healthy snacks! These sounds great!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 2, 2015 at 10:38 am

      Thanks so much Rachael!
      Reply
  15. Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says

    February 1, 2015 at 1:47 am

    Times have totally changed since I was a kid. Now I look forward to the game more than the commercials, partially because they've just become so darn awkward! I always watch the game at my parents' house because they throw a big potluck, and if I'm turning about 50 shades of pink watching the cringe-worthy commercials... Something is kind of wrong. But hey, if I have these gorgeous energy bites to pay attention to instead, life wouldn't be so bad! ;) Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 2, 2015 at 10:37 am

      I wish I would have been lucky enough to go to a putluck for the game! We were lame and stayed home..stupid snow! Thanks Amy!
      Reply
  16. Donna says

    February 1, 2015 at 9:28 pm

    I am not sure what I did wrong, but mine do not stick together. They kinda crumble :(
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 2, 2015 at 8:59 am

      Oh no! I am sorry Donna! I would try adding more honey next time as the mixture needs more liquid to hold together!
      Reply
      • Valerie says

        August 24, 2015 at 4:41 pm

        Tried this recipe but they don't form into balls. Should I be adding some nut butter to hold it together. Adding more liquid didn't work for me. Help! Thanks
        Reply
        • Meg says

          August 24, 2015 at 5:22 pm

          Hi Valerie! Sorry to hear they didn't hold for you. Definitely try adding more nut butter and/or honey. Either one will work, but honey may be better as it is more sticky. And definitely don't add any liquid as that doesn't have any holding power.
          Reply
  17. Valerie says

    September 7, 2015 at 5:08 am

    Did as u suggested and increased the honey but they still didn't hold together very well. This only made them too sweet. I eventually got them to come together somewhat after adding some nut butter. Still not happy about them though, so would definitely like to try them again. How much nut butter should I be using, do u think? Your list of ingredients does not include nut butter. Also, I would prefer using a substitute for the honey. I love agave but it may be too liquidy. Any other suggestions? Thank you.
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    • Meg says

      September 10, 2015 at 6:04 am

      Hi Valerie, Sorry to hear that still. As for the next butter, I am not sure as I have not tested it. My goal was to make an energy bite without a nut butter. As for the agave, you can use it no problem but I don't think it will affect the texture much as it is very close to honey and maple syrup. I would add about 1/2 cup nut butter and go from there.
      Reply
    • Meg says

      September 10, 2015 at 7:01 pm

      Hi Valerie, I remade this today and the proportions are correct in the recipe. But you must chill the dough. The honey and coconut oil solidify which is what holds the mixture together. I didn't mention that as I always chill my dough because I usually run out of time and have to go do something else! Sorry and hope that helps!
      Reply

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