🌰🍯 Healthy Nut & Seed Energy Bites (No-Bake)
Ingredients:
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1 cup almonds
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½ cup cashews
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½ cup walnuts (optional)
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½ cup pumpkin seeds
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¼ cup sunflower seeds
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2 tbsp sesame seeds
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2 tbsp chia seeds
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½ cup dried cranberries
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½ cup chopped dried apricots
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½ cup chopped dates or figs
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½ cup honey (or maple syrup)
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1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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Pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Prepare nuts & seeds
Lightly toast almonds, cashews, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds in a dry pan for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Set aside. -
Chop dried fruits
Cut apricots, figs, or dates into small pieces for easy mixing. -
Make the syrup
In a pan, add honey (or maple syrup) and coconut oil/butter. Cook on low heat until it starts to bubble and thicken slightly (2–3 minutes). -
Mix everything
In a large bowl, combine toasted nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. Pour the warm syrup over and mix well with a spoon. -
Shape into discs/bars
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Line a tray with parchment paper.
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Spoon the mixture into cookie cutter molds or press into small round discs with your hands.
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Alternatively, spread the mixture flat to cut into bars once set.
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Cool & set
Let them cool at room temperature or refrigerate for 30–40 minutes until firm. -
Store
Keep in an airtight jar at room temp for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for 2–3 weeks.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use jaggery instead of honey?
A: Yes! Melt jaggery with a little water until it forms a sticky syrup, then mix in nuts and fruits.
Q: Do I need to bake these?
A: No, they’re no-bake! Just toast nuts and let the syrup bind everything.
Q: Can I make them sugar-free?
A: Yes, use dates paste instead of honey/jaggery for natural sweetness.
Q: How do I stop them from falling apart?
A: Make sure the syrup is slightly thick before mixing, and press mixture tightly into molds.
Q: Are these good for weight loss?
A: They’re nutrient-dense and healthy, but high in calories. Great for snacks, workout fuel, or kids’ lunchboxes in moderation.