These Chocolate Espresso Almond Energy Bites are a delicious and nutritious quick morning snack or afternoon pick-me-up.
Hi guys! If you’re in need of a little Monday morning pick-me-up, I’ve got ya covered.Â
How was everyone’s weekend? Did all you mothers out there enjoy your Mother’s Day? Did the kids treat you like a queen and spoil you rotten?? I’m hoping so.
I’m in sunny Florida with my mother. I’m killing three birds with one stone on this trip. Mother’s Day, my niece Ally’s high school graduation, and my mom’s 85th birthday. It’s party, party, party this time around.
At 85 years old my mom’s a tough one to keep up with. I walk in the door and it’s go-go-go. She’s like the energizer bunny, and I’m like, let’s sit by the pool and soak up the sun with a cocktail in hand. No shame. So to keep up with the bunny, I came prepared. These Chocolate Espresso Energy Bites are my new favorite snack. (And they were the perfect on-the-go breakfast for the airport too since I was up before the crack of dawn for my flight!)
I’ve been meaning to get an energy bite on the blog for quite a while, but I’ve been very particular. I tried several combinations, but I have to say I wasn’t in love with any…until these. If you’re a regular follower at the BHK, you know my love for anything with espresso flavor, so I knew these bites would definitely include some espresso powder for an added boost!
These bites are not only delicious, they’re quite nutritious too. A winning combo of less than ten ingredients and these beauties will give you that added energy you need when you’re dragging AND they’ll satisfy your hunger like nobody’s business.
Just grab some old-fashioned oats, unsweetened shredded coconut, almond butter, chopped dark chocolate, maple syrup for sweetness, espresso powder and cinnamon, a dash of vanilla and a sprinkle of salt and whip these babies up quick. They take minutes to make and will last in your fridge for the entire week. Enjoy guys and Happy Monday!
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2/3 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tsp. espresso powder
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 2 oz. dark chocolate finely chopped
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place oats in food processor and pulse 4-5 times until oats resemble coarse meal.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, almond butter, maple syrup, coconut, espresso powder, vanilla extract, salt and cinnamon. Stir until well blended. Add the dark chocolate.
- Roll into tablespoon size balls and place on prepared sheet. Place tray in refrigerator until firm, about 30 minutes to one hour.
These little bites look so amazing! And yes to espresso in there. Totally necessary! I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip and all those parties!
Thanks Liz! The espresso is just perfect in these! Busy so far. Hoping to be relaxing by the pool shortly!
Mary Ann, you know these are not lasting an entire week in my fridge, lol. These look (and sound) amazing and love the espresso addition. Definitely a perfect way to kick start the day! Hope you are having an awesome time (certainly sounds like you are one busy lady) so you are going to need some of these energy bites ;) Pinning! Happy Monday, my friend! xo
I know! They don’t last a week in mine either Dawn! You’ll love the espresso in these! Happy Monday and thanks so much for pinning!
Good morning Mary Ann, happy belated Mother’s day!! I hope you had a great weekend, my gosh, these are a great idea for energy and I can just imagine the flavors, I love the coffee in it. Have a great Monday!
Morning Gaila! Hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day too! The espresso is so delish in these. Just enough for a little boost and a great taste!
Oh YES Mary Ann!! Loving the addition of expresso here, these sound right up my alley! And I’m with you, I’d be by the pool with a cocktail in hand for sure….get mom to sit down with you for a minute ;-)
The espresso is the perfect little addition to these Lindsay! Hoping to be poolside shortly!
I’m definitely needing a pick-me-up! It was another soccer tournament weekend and I’m playing catch up this morning. I need to get on making this right away! Hope all your celebrations are amazing!
Thanks Kathy! You are quite the busy mom! Happy Monday!
Aww, your mom sounds amazing with all that energy at 85! Sounds like a fun trip. I love snack balls like this and adding espresso and chocolate makes them over the top yummy! Love it!
Thanks Karen! Hope you had an awesome Mother’s Day!
Oh, I hope you are having THE BEST time, Mary Ann! Happy birthday to your mom and congrats to your niece! These bites look fabulous, Mary Ann! I’m a huge fan of anything bite sized, but serious bonus points if they also give me energy! LOVE the espresso and almonds in here!!! Cheers, friend!
It’s been busy so far, but hopefully some pool time later today! The espresso in these is a MUST!
I love having bites like these in my fridge! They are just the thing when I need a little something :) Love the flavours and ingredients you have going here, especially!
Me too Jennifer! They’re so much better than munching on chips and junk!
Irresistible. I love how you make your own coarse oats meal and that these come together so fast. Perfect for summer, nice and chilled.
Thanks Milena! These are the perfect little healthy snack!
I swear these sound absolutely amazing! I have been wanting to make energy bites for my kids and myself cause of those times when we are hungry but we do not know what to get! Amazing idea! Have a fun time with your mom, she sounds wonderful :) And Happy birthday to her :)
Thanks Amisha! I toyed around with lots of combos, but this one is my favorite!
Awh! Such a wonderful time for your family! These energy bites are everything I need on a Monday!
Yes, you NEED these Annie! They’re the perfect pick me up. Happy Monday!
My Monday afternoon could use one of these bites to perk me up! :)
I’m very particular about my energy bites Laura. These totally make the cut!
How nice that you could spend some time with your mom. Those energy bars look amazing. I have to try them.
They’re really delicious Gerlinde! Nice and nutritious too!
These look so great! I love having healthy snacks in the fridge when the twins get hungry (which seems to be ALWAYS).
Have the best time! x
Growing children always need good, healthy snacks Alida! And so does a mom who’s always working hard!
What fun! These energy bites are right up my alley. Love the espresso powder in there. Enjoy your time with your Mom!
Thanks Tessa! These are my favorite energy bites…ever!
I am such a huge energy bite fan. Gotta try these!
You’ll love them Sarah! I guarantee it!
I was getting a little sleepy at my computer till I clicked over to here and saw these beautiful energy bites. Just looking at them is making me feel better and I’m quite certain if I were at home, I’d be pulling out to ingredients to make them. They look wonderful!
Thanks Chris!! Hope you give them a go!
We’ve got lots of baseball coming up so these little bites are the perfect pregame snack!
Absolutely Matt! Bet you all would love them! Thanks!
These might be the best energy bites I’ve seen. Yum!
Thanks Joanne! They’re pretty addictive!
My mom sounds just like yours, Mary Ann – they are about the same age and my mom is out playing golf three times a week, walking at the Y everyday, going on trips all the time – it’s awesome and I hope I have her energy when I’m that age. So happy birthday to your Mom – wishing her many more! And yes, to the energy bites – delicious and much needed for a boost of yummy power!
Me too Geraldine! Thanks so much for the birthday wishes! I hope you give these a try!
These are SO perfect! LOVE the extra energy espresso boost in here :)
I’m a huge espresso fan, so I knew I’d need to add some to these!
It sounds like you have a lot to celebrate! These energy bites sound perfect with the espresso. You should have no trouble keeping up with mom!
You don’t know my mom Rach!
You know I’m all over these Mary Ann! SO good and I’m all heart eyes over those chocolate chunks – YES! Your time in sunny FLA sounds like fun! Just when you think you’re going to get a break… you’re on the GOOOOoooo…. So cool to be with your mom for her 85th! Happy mother’s day and birthday – so fun!
Delicious work my dear!
Chocolate chunks make everything better right?! And so does the espresso powder! Thanks so much Traci. Hope your week is going great!
I LOVE that you added espresso powder. . freaking brilliant!!!
Lol! Thanks Alice!
These look amazing! Energy bites are the best.
Yes, I love them Jennifer! Great little pick me uo!
Your mom sounds like a kick! But I’d be at the pool next to you with a cocktail watching her go! ;)
Genius to add espresso to these – that extra little kick…
Oh she is Marissa! Hope you give these a try!
Oh I could sooo use a pick me up! These look perfect. Between buying a house and selling our house, I think I need your watermelon margarita at night and this one the next morning. Whew!
These are perfect then Cindy!
I’ve been making afternoon espresso every day for the last couple of weeks for that much needed 3pm pick me up but I’d happily munch on a couple of these instead!
These will totally hit the spot Gina!
I love that your Mom is 85 and the energizer bunny! She sounds like one of those awesome ladies that I can only hope to be like when I’m that age. So great you got to spend Mother’s Day with her! Also, loving that you put espresso powder in a bite. I need these in my life!! Cheers!
She just goes and goes Katherine! These are quite delish. Perfect for that little afternoon pick me up!
I NEED these right now. They are the perfect airport snack…which is where I am. Want them!
They’re perfect for airport snacking Tieghan! Safe travels!
These look delicious!! Perfect little energy boost, will definitely be whipping up a batch of these soon!
I’m so glad Kathryn! I hope you enjoy them. Thanks so much for dropping by the blog and leaving a comment!
I could snack on these energy bites all day!! They look incredible and I love the espresso add!
You’d love them Deborah! The flavors are delicious! I hope you have time to give them a try!
Me too, love all things with a hint of coffee flavor! What a nice touch to these fun little bites.
These are my favorite Emily. You’ve got to try them!
Look so yummy! Im going to make this for my mom tomorrow! so perfect and easy!
I hope you both enjoy them Megan! Thanks so much for stopping by to leave a comment!
These look to die for! Energy balls are my favorite :) Love your photography as well!
Thanks so much Caroline. I hope you give these a try. They’re so easy and so delicious!
This recipe combines my favourite ingredients- chocolate and espresso! The perfect energy bites for a great start of the day!
Thanks Agness! I hope you enjoy these!
Hello! How long with this last in the fridge?
Hi Julia. These will keep stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy!