Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites
These Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites are the perfect on-the-go snack. They're made with a combination of oats, coconut, walnuts, dates, peanut butter, caramel sauce, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, and sea salt. The result is a chewy, satisfying bite that will keep you going all day long.
The inspiration for these energy bites came to me one day when I was hiking in the mountains. I had packed a few store-bought energy bars for the hike, but I found them to be too sugary and processed. I wanted something that was more natural and satisfying, so I started experimenting with different ingredients until I came up with these energy bites. They're the perfect balance of sweetness, saltiness, and crunch, and they're packed with nutrients to keep you going all day long.
Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites Salted Caramel and Coconut Energy Bites
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 10
Ingredients
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup pitted dates, soaked for 10 minutes and drained
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the oats, coconut, walnuts, dates, peanut butter, caramel sauce, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
  2. Stir until well combined.
  3. Use a spoon or your hands to roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  4. Place the energy bites on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  6. Serve chilled.
Why It Works
  • The oats provide a good source of complex carbohydrates, which will give you sustained energy throughout the day.
  • The coconut and walnuts add healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
  • The dates provide natural sweetness and fiber.
  • The peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats.
  • The caramel sauce adds a touch of sweetness and flavor.
  • The chia seeds and flaxseed meal add omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
  • The vanilla extract and sea salt add flavor and depth of flavor.