These Coconut Energy Balls are a no bake, satisfying, protein-packed snack to boost you until the next healthy meal. They are also gluten free and vegan!
Why I love making energy bites
- easy to control portions
- no oven necessary – great for hot days
- good for nutritious snack planning
Are energy bites good for you?
I love this question. The answer is ‘ish. My hubby Bob asked me this question last night as he was planning his office lunch and snacks for the next day. I’m used to addressing it as I’m often asked similar questions in my coaching practice. Although these energy bites are better for you than a piece of chocolate cake with frosting on top, they are still a calorically dense food. Nuts and coconut contain fats and oils.
I would lean towards saying that Coconut Almond Butter Energy Bites contain a healthier type of fat than an animal butter, however it does contribute towards its calorie count. In addition, although there is no added refined sugar (still better than chocolate cake!) I do add maple syrup. Maple syrup and honey are registered and digested and processed in the body as sugar, thus also increasing the caloric density factor.
The short answer is yes, they are healthy-ish with emphasis on the ‘ish. The great thing is that they are loaded with good, filling protein so one or two energy balls is satiating and is enough.
Nutrional benefits of energy bites:
- plant/nut based protein
- no added refined, white sugar
- healthy fats
- fiberful
- gluten-sensitive friendly
Bob’s culinary review:
“I love the energy bites! There is just a hint of coconut flavor – it is not overpowering. I ate two after lunch and put the rest away.”
If you like this recipe be sure to check out 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Energy Balls as well as Miss Shobha’s Raw Fruit and Nut Balls.
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