No-Bake Chia and Coconut Energy Bites

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

Easy no-bake energy bites combining chia seeds, shredded coconut, and oats for a wholesome and portable snack. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, turns rolled oats, chia seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 3 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup (optional) dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 3 tbsp chia seeds, 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup honey, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Step 3: Fold in 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips if using, distributing them evenly.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate the mixture for 20 minutes to firm up slightly.
5. Step 5: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, yielding about 12-14 bites.
6. Step 6: Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.