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Mocha Quinoa Energy Bites (No Bake)

By: Samantha RowlandUpdated: January 24, 2021

Gluten FreeDairy FreeVeganHigh Protein
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Mocha Quinoa energy bites are the perfect no bake sweet treat that double as a perfect post workout snack. The base for this recipe is a bit unexpected, I used cooked quinoa instead of oats, which adds protein and healthy carbs. These quinoa protein balls are easy to make and don’t require any baking!

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Why you will love this recipe:

  • These quinoa protein balls are the perfect afternoon snack! So easy to make and super filling, these will help you get through that 3pm slump.
  • Great for grab and go snacking! You can make these early in the week for meal prep and grab 1 or 2 anytime you need a pick-me-up.
  • Perfect for post workout! Get in lots of fiber and protein with these energy bites. The quinoa adds so much fiber to these energy bites.
  • Naturally gluten free, dairy free and vegan! Modify the recipe to be more kid friendly by using chocolate or vanilla protein powder.
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Ingredients:

  • Cooked Quinoa
  • Dairy free milk
  • Cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
  • Coconut butter or nut butter of choices (almond, cashew, peanut butter or sunflower seed butter)
  • Unsweetened applesauce
  • Vegan protein powder
  • Hemp hearts (optional)
  • Cacao nibs (optional)

Instructions:

Combine the cooked quinoa, dairy free milk, cacao powder, applesauce, protein powder, hemp hearts (optional) and cacao nibs (optional) in a large bowl. Mix well.

Drizzle in the melted coconut butter (or nut butter of choice), stirring well to fully incorporate.

Refridgerate at least 1 hour.

Scoop out the mixture into 1 tablespoon sized balls. Roll with your hand to make the perfect shape.

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Drizzle with additional coconut butter (optional) or melted chocolate (optional).

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Top tips:

These quinoa protein bites are best if kept refrigerated, especially if you add the coconut butter drizzle on top.

Use a tablespoon to measure out the batter to ensure you have similar size balls. However you will find that for the best presentation, you will want to roll the balls with your hands. If you find the batter sticks to your hands, wet your hands slightly before rolling.

Allow these quinoa energy balls to set in the fridge 15-20 minutes after rolling to help them fully set up. If you add coconut butter drizzle or chocolate drizzle, you can even set them up in the freezer.

Mocha quinoa energy bites in a white bowl surrounded by more quinoa energy bites

What is the best protein to use:

Quinoa is packed with protein. Did you know that quinoa is a seed, not a grain and it has all 9 essential proteins in it? That being said, to add more protein to this recipe, you can add a serving of your favorite protein powder.

I love Nuzest protein, but you can use whatever your favorite protein is. If you don’t want to add protein powder, you will want to use 1/3 cup of oat flour or gluten free flour of choice.

Other flavor combos you can use:

These mocha energy bites use cacao powder + espresso powder to make that mocha flavor. You can add these mix-ins to the cacao + espresso powder or choose to omit the espresso to make them chocolate protein bites. Here are some other flavor combinations you can try:

  • Chopped pecans, walnuts or cashews
  • Chopped dried cherries
  • Freeze dried strawberries, raspberries or bananas, chopped
  • Mini chocolate chips
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More Quinoa Recipes

Quinoa is one of my favorite grains to cook in big batches! Did you know you can cook a large batch in the instant pot? It holds up so well in the fridge and it’s super versatile! You can use it in your breakfast, lunch and dinners throughout the week!

  • Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
  • Out of this world Quinoa Coconut Banana Muffins
  • Tomato Spinach Quinoa Salad
  • Quick and easy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
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Mocha Quinoa Energy Bites

These energy bites are easy to make, packed with protein, good carbs and healthy fats they are the perfect afternoon snack! The best part, they don’t require any baking! The are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and packed with awesome chocolaty mocha flavor!
4.75 from 4 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa energy balls, quinoa energy bites, quinoa protein balls
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 12
Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup dairy free milk
  • 2 tbsp. cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp. coconut butter - or nut butter or peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp. unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 serving Nuzest protein powder - or 1/3 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 tbsp. espresso powder
  • 2 tbsp., hemp hearts - optional
  • 2 tbsp. cacao nibs - optional

Instructions

  • In a glass bowl combine all the ingredients, saving the coconut butter for last.
  • Stir in coconut butter and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Scoop out in tablespoon sized bites and roll into a ball.
  • Optional: Drizzle with more coconut butter or melted chocolate chips, freeze15-20 minutes. Store in the fridge after topping has set.

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Notes

Storage: 
Fridge: Store in the fridge up to 5 days in a air tight container. 
Other flavor options:
Omit the espresso powder and instead use:
  • Crushed freeze dried strawberries or raspberries
  • Crushed freeze dried bananas
  • Mini chocolate chips
 

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
53
Fat
 
3
g
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
Fiber
 
1
g
Protein
 
3
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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  1. Jill

    August 2, 2015 at 5:14 pm

    Hi there
    Just stopped by to let you know that I featured this on my Round Tuit post this week!
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    Thanks again for linking up! Hope you have a great week!
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