Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites (Paleo, No Bake)

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These cinnamon roll energy bites are the perfect solution for a quick, energy dense and satiating snack. They're made with pecans, shredded coconut, raisins and protein powder; all blended up and rolled into balls. This energy bite recipe is paleo, vegan and no bake.

Keeping a stash of energy bites or protein balls in the freezer is a must for me. My kids are extremely active, so they're always in need of a snack and recipes like this are quick and easy to make, plus they taste good.

These cinnamon roll energy bites are chewy with a sweet cinnamon roll flavor. They're made with shredded coconut, pecans and protein powder and they're only sweetened with raisins.

My kids love grabbing a bite or two after school, and sometimes I'll dip them in chocolate for a healthier dessert option.

Why You'll Love these Cinnamon Roll Bites

Paleo and Vegan - these bites are made with simple, minimally processed ingredients that you can feel good about eating.
Oat Free - they're made without oats, making them grain free and gluten free
Added Protein - these bites contain protein powder for a boost in protein
Easy to Make - just blend ingredients in a food processor and roll into balls
Store Well in Freezer - you can prep a large batch and store in the freezer for "emergency" snacks.

Bite of a cinnamon roll energy bite that was dipped in white chocolate.

Ingredients

The full list of ingredients for these cinnamon roll protein balls can be found in the recipe card below, but here's a list of what you'll need:

unsweetened shredded coconut - I like Bob's Red Mill shredded coconut, but any brand of unsweetened shredded coconut or flaked coconut will work.
raw pecans - pecans add sweetness and richness to these protein balls, but most any nut should work as a replacement.
raisins - I chose raisins to help bind the ingredients and sweeten these bites, but you can swap them with dates if you prefer.
protein powder - any protein powder (or collagen) can be used for this recipe, however I went with Equip cinnamon roll protein powder.
cinnamon - optional for flavor
salt - just a little to bring out more flavor
vanilla extract - optional for flavor
water - to get the right dough texture.

Ingredients needed to make cinnamon roll energy bites.

How to Make Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites

These bites don't require any baking. All you need is a food processor to combine the ingredients!

Combine all ingredients in your food processor and blend until the mixture starts to clump.

Roll the mixture into balls, about 1 tablespoon in size.

Enjoy the bites as-is, or top them with anything from shredded coconut to chocolate.

Storage

Store these balls in an airtight container or baggie. They will keep well in the fridge for up to one month, or the freezer up to 6 months.

FAQ

Is there a swap for the raisins?

Yes, you can replace the raisins with dates.

Can I use any type of protein powder?

Any protein powder should work for this recipe. If the dough won't hold it's shape and roll into balls, then try adding an extra tablespoon of water and blend.

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