Tahini Coconut Energy Protein Bites (Video!)
These Tahini Coconut Energy Protein Bites are the perfect nut-free, on-the-go snack and contains most natural sweeteners such as date caramel!
Guys, let me talk to you about my newest obsession: these Tahini Coconut Energy Protein Bites!!!
They are seriously out of this world.
And super healthy.
But it won't even matter that they are sweetened with mostly natural ingredients like dates and the tiniest bit of maple syrup because they are so damn delicious, you'll keep making them regardless of what's in them!
Did I mention they're also nut-free?
I have been wanting to make energy bites for a while, mostly because I have tried a couple that were just out of this world delicious, and I love how cute they are.
What I didn't realize is how easy they are to throw together, and that they last a super long time.
Just watch this week's video below.
You'll soon get it.
Lately I have been eating these non-stop for breakfast when I'm craving something sweet. I don't know about you but I seriously switch between sweet and savoury cravings for breakfast all the time, I don't know what it is.
And of course the days I'm craving something savoury like a fried egg or hash browns, I never have the time to make them.
I mean, I'm just lucky I eat breakfast most days. It's helpful when breakfast comes in bite-sized, on-the-go form.
And you know my obsession with coconut, right?
These energy bites have oodles of coconut.
But not too much though. You can never have too much coconut…
I should also mention that these Tahini Coconut Energy Protein Bites are nut-free and bake-free, so you can have an allergen-free snack in as little as 30-minutes – and they freeze well too!
And if you're looking for more healthy snack ideas to make this weekend, then I've got you covered! Here are some of my other faves:
- Stuffed Caramel Apples with Chocolate Drizzle
- Easy Garlic Parmesan Popcorn
- Open Faced Naan Samosa Bites
- Mini Pizza Bites
- Beet Chips with Homemade French Onion Dip
- Homemade Beef Jerky
Will you be making these Tahini Coconut Energy Protein Bites? If you try any of my recipes be sure to let me know on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook or in the comments – I'd love to see what you come up with!
Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup date caramel see recipe below
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3/4 cup tahini
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup brown rice cereal
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Date caramel
- 1/2 cup dates
- 1/2 cup water
Topping/flavour ideas
- Matcha green tea powder
- cocoa powder
- Chopped pistachios
- sesame seeds
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Using a food processor or a Magic Bullet, mix together dates and water until well combined and creamy.
- Microwave or heat tahini, vanilla and maple syrup together in a small saucepan until smooth.
- Add oats, rice cereal, protein powder, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, chocolate chips and coconut to a large bowl.
- Add caramel-tahini mixture to oat mixture and mix until combined well. Form into little balls, then refrigerate for at least 30 min.
- Roll balls in unsweetened coconut, matcha green tea powder, cocoa, pistachios or any other optional topping.
- Store in the fridge and enjoy!
Nutrition
Justine | JustineCelina.com says
November 18, 2016 at 12:20Taylor, these look awesome and totally up my alley! I’ve been buying the Luna Coconut Cream bars in bulk lately so I can have something on hand for when I’m starving, running around throughout the day like a crazy woman and these look like a perfect homemade alternative. I’ll definitely be giving this one a go! Love the video, too. 🙂
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:24Thanks so much Justine! 🙂 I seriously am addicted to these, but I’m happy they’re so easy to make. A staple for us business owners over here haha
Amanda Orlando says
November 18, 2016 at 12:57Such a cute sweet treat. These are perfect for a party snack or taking on the go. Thanks for sharing!
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:25Thanks Amanda – yes they would be good for parties actually!
Cathy says
November 18, 2016 at 13:34These are so pretty in the different colours! Isn’t it great that they’re good for you, too? Great job on the video, too!
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:26Thanks so much Cathy! 🙂 I have to admit making them all different colours is a hassle so I settled for just coconut for the remainder of the leftovers. I had to make two batches though because my family kept eating them hehe
Elaine @ Flavour and Savour says
November 18, 2016 at 13:57Perfect! While I do bake with sugar at Christmas, I try to keep it to a minimum. It’s great to have some healthier alternatives like this on the cookie tray. And I totally agree–you can never have too much coconut!
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:28Thanks Elaine – I totally see your point on the sugar thing…I find things wayyyyy too sweet now that I try to keep sugar to a minimum! Even these are borderline too sweet for me and there’s only 2 tbsp maple syrup haha
Brittany at I Love Vegan says
November 18, 2016 at 14:09I love that this recipe is nut-free and uses brown rice cereal. I’m going to have to look for some when I’m out shopping next. What brand do you use? These energy bites really would make a great on-the-go breakfast.
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:29Hey Brittany, thanks so much! I use Nature’s Path 🙂 It’s in the organic section of the grocery store!
Meaghan says
November 18, 2016 at 14:30Love, love, love energy bites! Making a batch of these this weekend. Thanks for sharing x
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:29Thanks so much Meaghan!! Hope they turned out! 🙂
Colleen Milne says
November 18, 2016 at 18:27These look so good! More like bakery treats than something so healthy. I’m always trying out new energy bites and this one is a must try. Thanks for sharing.
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:31Thanks Colleen! OMG energy bites have been my new go-to snack! Love that there are so many different recipes out there. I just made a coconut-chocolate recipe from someone else’s blog today and they were to die for!
Shareba says
November 18, 2016 at 22:50I need to carry these around in my purse for days when I don’t have time to eat. They look so good and healthy too!
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:32Hahahah nothing like purse food right?! I have quite the assortment of protein bars, breath fresheners, gum and snack bags of chips. I might have a problem… LOL
Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says
November 19, 2016 at 19:47I live on energy balls! I can’t go like 3 hours without eating so I always like to have some on me for snacking. These look great!!
Taylor Stinson says
November 21, 2016 at 16:34OMG Chelsea I am exactly the same as you! I literally eat every 2-3 hours or I get so grumpy! Having a fast metabolism kinda sucks doesn’t it?!