No-Bake PB&J Energy Bites (Nut-Free)
These No-Bake PB&J Energy Bites are a simple, nutritious snack that tastes just like classic peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Made with SunButter instead of peanut butter, they’re nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and great to take to school!
What Are Nut-Free PB&J Energy Bites?
We know that nut-free PB&J is contradictory, but hear us out. These energy bites have all the sweet and nutty flavor of a classic peanut butter jelly sandwich. However, we swap the peanut butter with sunflower butter to keep them nut-free and allergy-friendly!
They were created out of a need to find nut-free snacks for our kids to take to school. Turns out there aren’t a ton of options available, and many of the ones we find aren’t made with great ingredients.
So, we just decided to create our own. Luckily, they were a big hit! With just four ingredients and no cooking, the prep time is minimal, and the process is so easy the kids can help roll the bites.
Plus, we love that they’re refined sugar-free and full of fiber and healthy fats but still taste sweet.
The only problem is that kids and adults both love them. So, they never last long!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions for this recipe. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the complete details!
- Oatmeal – Old-fashioned rolled oats are best. If needed, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
- SunButter – This acts as a “glue” holding the bites together and adding a delicious nutty taste. If you don’t need this recipe to be gluten-free, creamy peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter will also work.
- Honey – This adds a touch of sweetness without the need for refined sugar. If preferred, maple syrup will also work. Or, you can even use Medjool dates!
- Dried Strawberries – These replicate the jelly flavor without making the PB&J bites too runny. Feel free to use another dried fruit like dried raspberries to switch up the flavor!
How to Make No-Bake PB&J Energy Bites
- Prepare the strawberries. Chop the strawberries into small pieces. Or, pulse them a few times in a food processor. Be careful not to create a paste!
- Combine. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl, and mix until well combined.
- Portion. Divide the mixture into 25 to 30 pieces, and roll them into balls. Enjoy immediately!
Note: If your sun butter and jelly energy bites are too dry and crumbly to hold their shape, add a little more honey or SunButter. Or, if they’re too runny stir in a little more oats.
Common Questions
Leftovers will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Yes! You can freeze these bites for up to 3 months. To prevent them from clumping together, arrange the bites on a baking sheet, and freeze until solid.
Then, transfer them to an airtight container. Let them soften at room temperature or thaw in the fridge until you’re ready to eat!
Sure! You’ll likely need to add more SunButter or honey to get the balls to hold together. So, adjust the ratios as needed.
No-Bake PB&J Energy Bites (Nut-Free) Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned oatmeal
- 1/2 cup Sunbutter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup dried strawberries
Instructions
- On a small cutting board, chop the dried strawberries into small pieces.1 cup dried strawberries
- Add all four ingredients to a large bowl. Stir until well combined.3 cups old fashioned oatmeal, 1/2 cup Sunbutter, 1/2 cup honey, 1 cup dried strawberries
- Take a spoonful of the energy bite mixture and form into a ball. You should end up with 25-30 bites.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 1 week or the freezer for 3 months.
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