Easy Pecan Butter Energy Bites {2 ways}

These SUPER EASY Pecan Butter Energy Bites are the perfect snack – you can make them two ways: with oats and honey or with dates! Vegan, gluten-free and paleo friendly.

This post is sponsored in partnership with Purely Pecans. As always, all opinions expressed are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help me bring you new recipes! 

Oh em gee my friends – Have you tried pecan butter before?! Because it is straight up heaven.

I’m here sharing a new recipe in partnership with Purely Pecans – a company who makes (you guessed it) PECAN BUTTER. 

Did you know that pecans are the most antioxidant-rich tree nut? I had no idea. And one ounce of pecans contains 10% of your daily recommended fiber intake. Along with the fiber from pecans they also contain healthy fats, which means pecans are great for keeping hunger at bay. 

Basically pecans are all-around amazing. And now we get to enjoy them as pecan butter thanks to the the folks at Purely Pecans.

Purely Pecans Flavors

• Nuttin’ But Pecans
• Gimme Some Sugar (*sings* “I am your neighbor!”)
• Sea Salt Y’all
• Sweet Potater

CODE: FITMITTEN20 gets you 20% off your order HERE.

All made with pure, quality ingredients and paleo certified. And all taste freaking amazing. 

Whether you’re eating them by the spoonful, baking up healthy treats or needing easy snacks, Purely Pecans Pecan Butter are just as versatile as other nut butters out there.

Pecan Butter Energy Bites

It’s never a bad time to make energy bites, amiright? 

I’m sharing TWO DIFFERENT WAYS to make pecan butter energy bites – both incredibly easy and vegan-friendly. One way is made with oats (vegan, gluten-free friendly) and the other way is made with Medjool dates (vegan, paleo, Whole30® friendly).

Ingredients needed for energy bites

• Purely Pecans Pecan Butter (any flavor works)
• raw honey or brown rice syrup
• gluten-free rolled oats
• chia seeds
• mini chocolate chips (or dried cranberries, etc.)

Paleo Version

• Purely Pecans Pecan Butter
• Medjool Dates
• Coconut Flour

How cute is this packaging though?! I’m a sucker for fun branding.

How to make Pecan Butter Energy Bites

• OAT VERSION: You just need a mixing bowl to combine all of the ingredients. Then pop in the freezer for 10 minutes so the mixture is easier to roll.
• PALEO VERSION: You need a food processor or high powered blender to break down the Medjool dates first, then you mix in the pecan butter before adding in the coconut flour last, which will help absorb some extra moisture and help give you a slightly firmer texture. I used my small cookie scoop.

Both energy bites are DEE-LICIOUS and both are the perfect little pick-me-up snack. Not to mention basically the easiest things on the planet to make and prep so you always have snacks on a moments notice.

I don’t have any kids but I can imagine these pecan butter energy bites would be a great snack to give the kiddos, and it kind of doubles as a healthy treat!

Let me know if you try this recipe by leaving a comment and review on the blog! It helps others find the recipe too. 

Xx Ashley

Use the code FITMITTEN20 at purelypecans.com for 20% off your order.

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How to Make…

Easy Pecan Butter Energy Bites {2 ways}

These Pecan Butter Energy Bites can be made two ways – in a mixing bowl with oats or a food processor and dates. Both are vegan friendly and gluten-free, no-bake and ready in 15 minutes.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes (includes rolling)

• Yield: About 20 energy bites 1x
• Scale: 1x2x3x

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Ingredients

Oat Energy Bites

• 2/3 cup Purely Pecans Pecan Butter
• 1/3 cup raw honey or brown rice syrup
• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 1/2 TBSP chia seeds
• 1/4 cup dairy-free mini chocolate chips

Paleo Energy Bites

• 10 pitted Medjool dates, soaked in warm water 5 minutes
• 1/2 cup Purely Pecans Pecan Butter
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon coconut flour

Instructions

Oat Energy Bites

1. In large bowl mix together Pecan Butter and honey. Add oats and chia seeds, stir until combined. Add in mini chocolate chips (or your preferred mix-in), using hands to combine at the end if needed. Chill bowl in freezer for 10 minutes for easier rolling. Use rounded tablespoon to scoop energy bites and roll between palms of hand. Place on baking sheet or put in container in single layer before storing in fridge or freezer.

Paleo Energy Bites

1. Drain dates and place into bowl of food processor. Using S-blade, process dates until broken down and paste forms. Add in pecan butter and process until just about smooth. With motor running, add in coconut flour until just combined. Remove S-Blade and use small cookie scoop to make energy bites. Place in single layer on cookie sheet or container – store in fridge or freezer.

Recipes Notes:

CODE FITMITTEN20 gets you 20% off your order at purelypecans.com Pecan Butter Energy Bites best stored in sealed container in fridge or freezer.

Nutrition Information:

• Serving Size: 1 ball
• Calories: 208
• Sugar: 5
• Sodium: 10
• Fat: 15
• Saturated Fat: 1
• Unsaturated Fat: 0
• Trans Fat: 0
• Carbohydrates: 17
• Fiber: 2
• Protein: 3
• Cholesterol: 0

Category: snacks Method: no-bake Cuisine: American
Keywords: pecan butter, paleo energy bites, vegan energy ball recipes
Author: Ashley @ Fit Mitten Kitchen