Snow-Dusted Vanilla Almond Energy Bites

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No-bake vanilla almond energy bites rolled in shredded coconut, perfect for a quick snack inspired by snowy landscapes. This recipe (vegan-friendly), 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 100 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 12 International cuisine 100 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Stir until fully mixed and sticky.
  2. Step 2: Fold in 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips evenly.
  3. Step 3: Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to form 1-inch balls, about 12 bites.
  4. Step 4: Roll each ball in 1/2 cup shredded coconut until fully coated, resembling a snow-dusted effect.
  5. Step 5: Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm before serving.