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I’m so busy, but I need to feed myself. These Monster Energy Bites will help me pack a punch of flavor into my day! They’re easy and quick with all sorts of add-ins for taste and texture that are perfect for when you have no time or space in your schedule.

Some of the bites on a serving plate with extra chocolate chips and M&M's.

Monster Energy Bites

These Energy Bites are so simple and so good! This Bite of energy contains some delicious ingredients like M&M’s, chocolate chips, peanut butter, and oats. They are super filling and packed with sweet, salty, and savory flavors. You can make these for your kids for lunches, snacks, or even for you to take along with you. Try out these other simple chocolate balls like our Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls, Coconut Balls, and Oreo Balls, . You will be surprised and happy to take a bite of these amazing treats and want to make them in the future.

Ingredients

  • Oats- You will just need some quick oats for this recipe.
  • Peanut Butter- Creamy Peanut butter will rok the best for this recipe.
  • Honey- This will add a sweet flavor to the bites.
  • M&M’s- You can use whatever colors of M&M’s you want for this recipe.
  • Chocolate Chips- You will need the mini chocolate chips for this recipe.
  • Vanilla- Use pure vanilla for the best flavoring.

How to Make Energy Bites

Add all of the ingredients into a large bowl, and combine until the honey and peanut butter are fully combined.

All of the energy bite ingredients in a bowl.

Begin to add a small amount of dough into your hand using a large spoon or portion scoop. Then, roll the dough into a 1 1/2-2 inch ball.

A scooper picking up some of the dough.

Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper and start to arrange the dough balls on the sheet. Continue this process until all the dough is used.

The balls of dough arranged on a cookie sheet.

Place the balls into the fridge for about 30 minutes to chill, then place them into an airtight container until you want to eat them.

One of the bites cut in half.

What are Energy Bites?

Energy Bites are super protein-packed and bite-sized snacks. These energy balls will provide you will a quick and easy way to having a full tummy without that slouching full feeling. They are great for long car rides or snacks for a child field trip or for school.

Can energy bites be frozen?

Yes, these energy bites can be frozen. You will want to make sure they are stored in an airtight container when you place them in the freezer. Freezing these will extend the freshness of the bites as well. Make sure to leave them out to thaw for a few minutes before serving.

The bites piled onto a serving dish.

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A pile of the balls in a serving bowl.

5 from 93 votes

Monster Energy Bites

I'm so busy, but I need to feed myself. These Monster Energy Bites will help me pack a punch of flavor into my day! They're easy and quick with all sorts of add-ins for taste and texture that are perfect for when you have no time or space in your schedule.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 16 Bites
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Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients, and then stir until the honey and peanut butter is well combined with the other ingredients.
  • Using a large spoon, or portion scoop, measure a small amount of the dough and roll it into a ball shape, about 1 ½ - 2 inches in size.
  • After shaping it into a ball, place it on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process until all of the dough is used.
  • Chill the bites for about 30 minutes, and then cover in a sealed container until ready to eat.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 39mgPotassium: 77mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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118 Comments

  1. Heather says:

    5 stars
    So yummy and simple. Will definitely be making again.

  2. Kent says:

    5 stars
    These are totally amazing my 7&10 year old’s also love them and that is saying something

    1. Mary Weaver says:

      5 stars
      So good and easy to make!

    2. Jeanette says:

      Does these have to be refrigerated after they chill or just stored on the counter in an air tight container? I can’t wait to make these. Thank you for sharing the recipe.

  3. Jenifer says:

    I love these, I replaced M&M’s for Reese’s Pieces, yum-yum!!

  4. Kristin says:

    Love this recipe. Always get asked for the recipe when I share them!!!!

  5. Kathleen says:

    5 stars
    Loved the energy bites and so do my grandkids ages 2 & 4. Yum

  6. Taylor says:

    5 stars
    I absolutely love these! And so does my 3-year-old!!!
    Do you have the nutritional facts?

  7. B. Paquette says:

    5 stars
    Very good! Nice to have on hand for a little pick me up in the middle of the day.

  8. Kendall King says:

    5 stars
    So easy and delicious! A healthy option when you need a little sweet fix.

  9. Judy Andresen says:

    Are the energy balls stored covered in the refrigerator or at room temperature?

  10. Joan says:

    I love your website! I haven’t tried the recipes yet, but I have plenty of grandchildren so I will get busy…