We know what you’re thinking, “I don’t want to give my kids MORE energy.” We get it. We don’t either. But we do want to give you quick, easy and healthy options for hungry kids. And energy bites are just the wholesome snack to satisfy your kids’ hunger (and sweet tooth) without a sugar crash. It’s your make-ahead game plan for one-and-done post-school snacking. You’ll probably start craving them too. 

We rounded up five delicious energy bite recipes for every taste and diet. Enjoy! 

Pumpkin Pie Cookie Dough Energy Balls 

You wouldn’t think that a recipe with the words “pie” AND “cookie dough” would be healthy, but this one is. Somebody pinch us. 

Via withsaltandwit.com

Ingredients: 

  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter, warmed slightly

  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oats

  • 2 scoops vanilla protein powder

  • 2 tablespoons Ground flax seed

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

  • 1/4 cup cashews, ground finely

  • 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

For the full recipe, click here. 

Monster Cookie No-Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls

Nothing to be scared of with this monstrously delicious take on the classic oatmeal energy ball. 

Via blessthismessplease.com

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup dry oats (I like 1/2 old fashioned oatmeal and 1/2 quick cooking)

  • 1/4 cup peanut butter

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts

  • 1/4 cup mini M&M’s

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

  • dash of salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, optional

For the full recipe, click here. 

Berry Bliss Balls 

Yup, you can add fruit to the energy ball mix too. Yum! 

Via delscookingtwist.com

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen

  • 3/4 cup gluten free oats

  • 1/4 cup coconut flour

  • 1/3 cup shredded coconut

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

  • 1 pinch of salt

  • 1/4 cup maple or agave syrup

For the full recipe, click here.

Chocolate Almond Energy Bites

We love this one for breakfast on-the-go, too! Plus, chocolate. 

Via fivehearthome.com

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almonds

  • 1 cup old-fashioned, rolled oats

  • 3/4 cup almond butter

  • 1/2 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder

  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract

For the full recipe, click here. 

Popcorn Energy Bites

Pop these vegan bites into your snack rotation anytime you want a salty-sweet treat. 

Via onegreenplanet.org

Ingredients: 

  • 6 cups popcorn, divided

  • 1 cup dried apricots

  • 1/4 cup almond butter

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

  • 1/4 cup almond milk

  • 2 tablespoons flaxseed

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

  • Pinch sea salt

For the full recipe, click here.