A quick & easy S’mores-inspired snack, made with oats, nut butter, chocolate, and marshmallows. Filling and wholesome S’mores Snack Balls that kids will love!
energy bites for kids
Got some kids who eat all day? *Hand raised* Honestly, some days, it just feels like we go from one snack to another, with me desperate to come up with ideas that are wholesome and appealing to the kids. These little bites hit on both points. Score!
INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE THESE S’MORE ENERGY BITES:
- 1 cup, almond butter
- 1 cup, oats
- 1/4 cup, graham cracker crumbs (use food processor for best results)
- 2 Tablespoons, honey
- 1/4 cup, chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup, mini marshmallows
DIRECTIONS TO MAKE THESE S’MORE ENERGY BITES:
- Mix all ingredients together, add more or less honey to make ingredients stick together.
- Wet hands, then shape oat mixture into small balls.
- Refrigerate until solid, about an hour.
- Enjoy!
We’re a big fan of energy bites in my house, so I’ve tried out several recipes. Usually, it’s some combination of oats, nuts, and nut butter. Plus, some sort of treat mixed in, because why not?
handy tools when making a successful pinterest energy bites recipe:
- cookie scoop – scoop mixture into hand then roll, less mess, uniform energy bites
- spatula – sturdy for mixing well, scraps sides of bowl well
This time around, I decided to try and mimic the flavors of classic S’mores. Maybe I’m anxious for the weather to turn warm, maybe I’m feeling nostalgic, or maybe I just love mini-marshmallows… all are true. Mostly, I just knew the kids would love them. Which is the whole point, right?
Energy bites are oh-so simple to make– even the kids can help! Just mix up the ingredients in a big bowl and roll into balls small enough for little hands. Firm up in the fridge and you’re good-to-go!
frequently asked questions
What is an energy ball?
Energy balls have a combination of protein, good carbs, healthy fats, and high in fiber. Also, energy balls are portable, so they are the perfect healthy on-the-go snack!
Do energy bites have to be refrigerated?
It is not required for most recipes, but they do tend to get dried out sitting on the counter. Keeping them in the fridge extends their shelf life.
What are protein balls made of?
Protein balls are made up of some combination of peanut butter, oats, seeds, and honey. Then people add other mix-ins to suit their taste.
Love these s’mores energy bites? Try these Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Bites!
S'mores Snack Balls
A quick & easy S'mores-inspired snack, made with oats, nut butter, chocolate, and marshmallows. Filling and wholesome S'mores Snack Balls that kids will love!
Ingredients
- 1 cup, almond butter
- 1 cup, oats
- 1/4 cup, graham cracker crumbs (use food processor for best results)
- 2 Tablespoons, honey
- 1/4 cup, chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup, mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together, add more or less honey to make ingredients stick together.
- Wet hands, then shape oat mixture into small balls.
- Refrigerate until solid, about an hour.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 231 Total Fat: 16g Saturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 13g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 14mg Carbohydrates: 19g Net Carbohydrates: 0g Fiber: 4g Sugar: 8g Sugar Alcohols: 0g Protein: 7g
Blair says
June 16, 2017 at 6:52 AMYou know that I’m a huge fan of energy bites (we have a batch in our refrigerator at ALL times!), and this s’mores version is genius. The kids will go crazy for this treat!
Alison says
June 16, 2017 at 8:32 AMThanks Blair! Energy bites disappear in my house too!
Cristi Comes says
June 16, 2017 at 10:32 AMOOh yum, these look perfect for my daughter who loves chocolate! Thanks for the recipe, it looks so easy but so good. {client}