Easy Homemade Energy Bites for Busy Days


Need an energy boost without turning to another coffee or sugary snack? These no-bake energy bombs are a simple and satisfying way to power through busy days. Made with wholesome pantry ingredients and ready in minutes, they deliver protein, fibre, and natural sweetness in every bite.

The secret ingredient may come as a surprise. Brown rice cakes create a light, crispy base that binds well with almond butter, dates, and cocoa. Once crumbled, they add texture and structure while keeping these bites naturally gluten-free and easy to digest.

This recipe is ideal for meal prep, afternoon slumps, post-workout refuelling, or packing into lunchboxes. With no oven required and only a handful of ingredients, a batch can be prepared in under 20 minutes and kept chilled for convenient, grab-and-go energy throughout the week.

Rich, chocolatey, nutty, and just sweet enough, these energy bombs taste indulgent while helping support steady energy and fullness.

LUNDBERG ENERGY BOMBS

Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Servings: 15

Ingredients

  • 6 Lundberg Family Farms® Organic Brown Rice Cakes – Lightly Salted
  • 1/2 cup Organic Brown Rice Syrup
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1 cup dates, pitted
  • 1/2 cup almonds, roasted, salted
  • 1/2 cup hemp seeds, hulled
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder

Method

  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, add the almond butter and brown rice syrup. Mix until thoroughly combined. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a food processor, combine the almonds and dates. Pulse until finely ground.
  3. In a large bowl, crumble the rice cakes. Add the almonds, dates, hemp seeds, and cocoa powder. Coat with the heated almond butter mixture.
  4. Mix the ingredients until fully incorporated. Spoon golf ball-sized portions of the mixture and roll into balls. Repeat until the bowl is empty. Keep refrigerated and enjoy.
Lundberg Family Farms® Thin Brown Rice Cakes

About the Author: Lundberg Family Farms

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Lundberg Family Farms produces rice and chips along with their packaging, while also marketing organic foods. This family-owned company have been committed to growing crops responsibly, sustainably, and deliciously.