Maple Pecan Energy Bites | Healthy No-Bake Holiday Snack

When holiday cravings hit, these Maple Pecan Energy Bites deliver the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and satisfying — without any refined sugar. Made with oats, crunchy pecans, and pure maple syrup, they’re the ultimate grab-and-go treat for festive snacking or post-workout energy.

These little bites taste like pecan pie but are packed with wholesome fats, plant-based protein, and slow-release carbs to keep you energized through the busy holiday season. Best of all? They’re no-bake, freezer-friendly, and ready in 10 minutes.

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Food processor (optional for smoother texture)
• Airtight container for storage

🧾 Ingredients for Maple Pecan Energy Bites

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 3/4 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions for Maple Pecan Energy Bites

1. In a bowl or food processor, combine oats, pecans, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix or pulse until the mixture sticks together.
3. Roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.
4. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes to firm up.
5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 130
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 12g

Expert Tips

• Toast pecans lightly before mixing for a deeper nutty flavor.
• Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for an extra protein boost.
• Drizzle with dark chocolate for a more festive twist.
• Perfect for holiday snack trays, road trips, or office treats.

Conclusion

These Maple Pecan Energy Bites prove that holiday treats can be both wholesome and crave-worthy. Packed with natural sweetness and healthy fats, they’re easy to make, easy to love, and even easier to share. Keep a batch in your fridge all season long for a quick, nutritious energy boost that tastes like dessert — no guilt, just goodness. ✨

Maple Pecan Energy Bites | Healthy No-Bake Holiday Snack

Sweet, nutty, and perfectly chewy, these Maple Pecan Energy Bites are a healthy take on classic pecan pie flavors. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and packed with pecans, oats, and almond butter, they make the perfect high-energy holiday snack.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 3/4 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp chia seeds optional
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Equipment

• – Mixing bowl
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• – Measuring cups and spoons
• Food processor (optional for smoother texture)
• Airtight container for storage
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Method

 

1. In a bowl or food processor, combine oats, pecans, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix or pulse until the mixture sticks together.
3. Roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.
4. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes to firm up.
5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

• Calories: 130
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 12g

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