These no-bake bites combine dried apple, oats, dates and nut butter. Allow 40 minutes in total, including the 30-minute chill listed in the card.
Pulse the dry mixture before blending in the nut butter, then chill the rolled bites for the full 30 minutes specified in the card.
No-Bake Dried Apple Oat Bites
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 bites 1x
Description
These no-bake bites combine dried apple, oats, dates and nut butter. Allow 40 minutes in total, including the 30-minute chill listed in the card.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup dried apples, chopped
- ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ½ cup pitted Medjool dates
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 tablespoons protein powder
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg or ginger
- Optional: unsweetened coconut flakes for rolling
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine oats, dried apples, dates, and chia seeds. Pulse until crumbly.
- Add almond butter, cinnamon, and vanilla. Blend until sticky.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon at a time and roll into balls. For variety, coat with coconut flakes, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts.
- Place rolled bites on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm.
- Transfer to an airtight container. Enjoy as a quick, healthy snack anytime.
Notes
- Pulse the dry mixture before blending in the nut butter, then chill the rolled bites for the full 30 minutes specified in the card.
- Use the chopped dried apples specified in the card, rather than fresh apple. Check the vanilla extract and any optional protein powder ingredients before using them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, No-Bake, Vegan
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Why This Recipe Works
- No oven stage is required.
- Dates and nut butter help bind the oat-and-apple mixture.
- Small portions are easy to arrange in a snack container.
Preparation Notes
Use the chopped dried apples specified in the card, rather than fresh apple. Check the vanilla extract and any optional protein powder ingredients before using them.
Variations and Serving
Serve the chilled bites in small portions. The card lists optional nuts, protein powder and coconut flakes; check their ingredients if cooking for guests with allergies.
Storage and Reheating
Keep the bites refrigerated in an airtight container and return uneaten portions promptly. Serve chilled; no reheating is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are fresh apples used?
No. The published ingredient list specifies chopped dried apples.
Is the total time ten minutes?
No. Ten minutes is preparation; the 30-minute chill makes the listed total 40 minutes.
Is protein powder required?
No. It is optional in the card.
Do these contain nuts?
The recipe uses almond or peanut butter and lists optional nuts. Check all ingredient labels when cooking for someone with allergies.