No-Bake Michigan Cherry Almond Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bites combine Michigan tart cherries and crunchy almonds for a healthy, portable snack perfect for busy days. This American-inspired recipe (gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, turns rolled oats, Michigan dried tart cherries, almond butter 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 120 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 Michigan dried tart cherries
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup Michigan dried tart cherries chopped roughly, 1/4 cup chopped almonds, and 2 tbsp ground flaxseed. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup honey, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using a sturdy spoon or your hands, mix thoroughly until a sticky, uniform dough forms.
- Step 3: Roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls by scooping and pressing tightly. Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray.
- Step 4: Refrigerate the energy bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
