Lemon Chia Energy Bites
These lemon chia energy bites provide a delicious boost any time of day!
If you have been reading this blog for a while, or you follow me on instagram, you probably know that running is a passion, or maybe even a compulsion of mine. If you know me in real life, you definitely know it. Many of you also know that I spent most of January and February of this year limping around with a nasty injury that preventing me from running at all. This was totally miserable for me (and TOTALLY miserable for my long suffering hubby), but I can happily report that I am back on track (ha, punny!), and getting my mileage back to about 30 miles a week. Two immediate consequences of my recovery were:
- A cheerier demeanor
- A ferocious appetite
Enter lemon chia energy bites. They cheerily compliment my mood, but more importantly, provide a delicious and convenient boost of energy post or pre run. Wether running is your thing or not, they make a really tasty snack, and last a good week in the fridge.
What is your favourite way to refuel after a sweat sesh?
Enjoy!
- 2 cups pitted dates, chopped
- ½ cup oats
- ½ cup flaked coconut
- juice and zest of 1 small lemon
- ½ tsp almond extract (optional, but delicious!)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- Put all ingredients into a food processor, and process until the ingredients are well combined and a large dough-like ball forms
- Remove from the processor, and roll into small balls
Notes
Adapted from my Cranberry Walnut Energy Bites.
Wow! These look wonderful. I will be adding this to my recipe box!
Chia is one of my favorites and I have a ton of dates. Now, I know what to do with both:)
Thanks for sharing this recipe. They look delicious. How long do you think these will store in the refrigerator?
These sound great! What a great treat for after the gym, or pick me up in the afternoon! Yum!
I love having snacks like this around for after a workout. I’ve made a similar one, but I love the lemon addition! These are so good so I don’t go straight for the bag of popcorn in my pantry 🙂
Fab! These will be perfect for my ultra. Already tried your http://www.emmaslittlekitchen.com/chocolate-coconut-energy-bars which also worked for me and didn’t even melt as I carried them round my 20 mile run.
Perfect! Ley me know how you like them 🙂
I love anything Lemon, and I have a TON of Chia on my shelf that I haven’t used yet. I should totally try this recipe! Thanks for sharing.
These look so good! I could always use more energy, since I spend most of my day chasing after a toddler! Thanks for sharing 🙂
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ME TOO! You need these in your life 🙂
Just published an article “Recipes With Balls”. This looks like a great addition! 🙂
I read that article Heather! Thanks for stopping by!
Yuuum! Those look so good! I’m pinning them so I can make some later. I love me a good date and nut ball.
now I have something to do with all of my extra chia! Sounds so yummy!
Thanks Brittany!
I’ve made some similar energy bites and love them for busy mornings when I need something to grab and go. This recipe looks delicious and I can’t wait to try!
xo Ashley
Love chia seeds – so happy to find another recipe that incorporates them! Thanks for sharing..
Well done! Do you think what I can replace chia seeds? In our area, they simply do not sold 🙂
You can get them online, or maybe replace with flax?
I love energy balls! I need to try this recipe!
These look deeelicious! Jesse has just started liking raw bites so I’ll have to make these for him as he loves anything citrus-y!
perfect little snack here! Love me some lemon 🙂
Simple and delicious! Love a sweet lemon treat!
Thanks Rebecca!