Gluten-Free Brownie Batter Energy Bites
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of brownie batter with these no-bake energy bites. These delightful treats offer a satisfyingly chewy texture and a hint of chocolatey sweetness, perfect for a quick energy boost.
At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including certified gluten-free oat flour, almond butter, maple syrup — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Brownie Batter Energy Bites: When preparing this snacks recipe, ensure all ingredients, especially oat flour and chocolate chips, are certified gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination with gluten. Be mindful of shared equipment if preparing in a kitchen that also handles gluten In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Brownie Batter Energy Bites: This recipe is naturally gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oat flour and avoiding any gluten-containing grains. Always double-check ingredient labels for cross-contamination.
Ingredients
- 1 cup certified gluten-free oat flour
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the certified gluten-free oat flour, almond butter, maple syrup, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir these ingredients together until a thick, dough-like consistency forms, resembling brownie batter. This should take about 2-3 minutes of mixing.
- 2
Gently fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips into the brownie batter mixture. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough, adding delightful pockets of chocolatey goodness. Continue mixing for another minute until the chips are incorporated.
- 3
Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter. If the mixture feels too sticky, you can lightly dampen your hands with water or dust them with a little extra gluten-free oat flour. Continue rolling until all the mixture is used, which should yield about 12 energy bites.
- 4
Place the rolled energy bites onto a plate or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill the bites in the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes to allow them to firm up. This chilling time will help them hold their shape and achieve a pleasant, slightly chewy texture.
- 5
Serve the chilled gluten-free brownie batter energy bites immediately as a satisfying snack, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They are perfect for a quick treat or a pre-workout boost.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- Melt chocolate over a double boiler or in 20-second microwave bursts, stirring between each, to prevent scorching.
- Dutch-process and natural cocoa powder are not interchangeable in recipes with baking soda — use what the recipe specifies.
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