No-Bake Citrus Mint Energy Bites
A refreshing and energizing snack combining zesty citrus with cooling mint and wholesome oats, perfect for a quick boost. This American-inspired recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, turns rolled oats, almond butter, honey 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
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint, 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/8 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Mix thoroughly with a spatula until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Step 3: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Step 4: Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
