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Golden Spice Power Bites

Fuel your day with these wholesome, no-bake power bites. A cozy blend of toasted oats, creamy almond butter, and golden spices creates the perfect, energizing pick-me-up for any time of day.
Course Snack
Cuisine Modern Wellness-Inspired
Keyword Almond butter energy bites, No Bake Energy Bites, Turmeric energy balls
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 227kcal

Equipment

  • Large dry skillet
  • High-powered blender or food processor
  • Silicone spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Large plate or baking tray

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅔ cups 150g old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 ⅓ cups 235g soft, pitted Medjool dates
  • 1 cup 256g creamy natural almond butter, well-stirred
  • ⅓ cup 35g chopped raw pecans
  • 3 tablespoons 30g hulled hemp hearts
  • 3 tablespoons 30g chia seeds
  • 3 tablespoons 42g agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons 14g ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine black pepper

Instructions

  • Toast the Oats: Place the rolled oats in a large, dry skillet over medium heat. Toast for 4–6 minutes, stirring frequently, until they release a nutty aroma and turn a very light golden brown. Transfer to a plate to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Dates: If your Medjool dates feel firm, place them in a bowl and cover with hot water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain thoroughly before using.
  • Create the Dough Base: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the cooled toasted oats, drained dates, almond butter, agave nectar, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, allspice, salt, and black pepper.
  • Process to Combine: Secure the lid and pulse 15–20 times to break down the ingredients. Then, process continuously for about 90 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed, until a thick, uniform dough forms that sticks together when pinched.
  • Fold in the Texture: Add the chopped pecans and hulled hemp hearts to the processor. Pulse just 3–4 times—long enough to distribute them evenly without pulverizing them.
  • Shape the Bites: Scoop the mixture by the tablespoon (about 25g each) and roll between slightly damp hands to form uniform 1-inch spheres. This will yield about 32 bites.
  • Chill and Set: Arrange the power bites in a single layer on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving.

Notes

Storage

Keep the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
For longer storage, they freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.

Ingredient Swaps

Cashew butter or sunflower seed butter can be used in place of almond butter for a different flavor.
Walnuts or slivered almonds are excellent substitutes for pecans.

Troubleshooting

If the mixture is too crumbly to hold its shape, add another tablespoon of agave nectar or a teaspoon of water
and process again. If the dough is too sticky to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before shaping.

Nutrition (per serving, estimated)

Serving Size: 2 bites
  • Calories: 227
  • Total Fat: 13.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.6g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.1g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 7.1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 41mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 22.5g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.8g
  • Total Sugars: 13g
  • Includes Added Sugars: 2.6g
  • Protein: 6.3g
  • Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%)
  • Calcium: 88mg (7%)
  • Iron: 1.7mg (9%)
  • Potassium: 295mg (6%)