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Sweet Potato Energy Bites

August 21, 2014 by Lindsay 76 Comments

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These Sweet Potato Energy Bites are snack-sized bites packed with protein and healthy fats!

Hi Friends!

It’s time for another Recipe Redux post. The theme for this month was a fun one:

Bars & Bites for Brown Bags

Whether you pack your lunch in a bento box, a brown bag or a retro cartoon character lunch box, don’t forget the bars and bites. Small squares or round bites can pack nutrition into a sweet or savory taste. Show us your favorite way to jazz up any type of lunch box.

When I started thinking about what flavor combo I wanted to make, I decided to get a little crazy.

Make a batch of these Sweet Potato Energy Bites to snack on when hunger strikes. They're healthy, simple and made with real ingredients.

You guys know I love my Sweet Potato Banana Bites– I make them pretty much weekly for a pre-workout snack. However, they require baking…and in honor of the warm weather we’ve been having lately, I thought it might be fun to try a no-bake version! I also decided I wanted to make a batch of bites without using dates. I love dates and use them in my go-to energy bite recipes, but since not everyone always has dates on hand, I thought I’d attempt to forgo them.

Make a batch of these Sweet Potato Energy Bites to snack on when hunger strikes. They're healthy, simple and made with real ingredients.

Here’s what I came up with:

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Sweet Potato Energy Bites

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A no-bake energy ball packed with nuts, seeds and healthy fats!

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Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup oats
  • 3 Tbsp hemp seeds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, shelled
  • 1 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup almonds (or other nut)
  • 6 Tbsp peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup cooked sweet potato
  • 1/4 cup mashed banana
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (more if desired)
  • 1–2 Tbsp maple syrup/honey, optional
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips, optional

Instructions

  1. Combine oats, pumpkin seeds, hemp, chia and almonds in a food processor and pulse several times to crush nuts.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and process to combine.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetener if needed.
  4. Pour dough onto plastic wrap, squeeze to form into large ball, wrap and freeze for 30-45 min.
  5. Remove dough and portion into snack-sized balls.
  6. Store in the freezer.

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As usual, you guys know I don’t like things super sweet. I made mine without the maple syrup/honey addition, but I think most people’s taste buds might enjoy a little added sweetener. If you have dates and want to throw some in, go for it. If not, adding a little maple syrup or honey should sweeten them right up.

Make a batch of these Sweet Potato Energy Bites to snack on when hunger strikes. They're healthy, simple and made with real ingredients.

Since they’re no bake, you can taste as you go. Start with no sweetener and then add some as needed!

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I love keeping mine in the freezer, but if you’re going to pack them in your lunch they should still be fine at lunchtime if you throw them in frozen in the morning!

Make a batch of these Sweet Potato Energy Bites to snack on when hunger strikes. They're healthy, simple and made with real ingredients.

Check out the links below for more tasty bites and bars!

Enjoy!
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About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Lauren says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    These look awesome. I love the addition if hemp seeds in there! Those little batboys are brilliant!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      i know! they’re amazing!

      Reply
  2. Cat says

    August 21, 2014 at 3:00 AM

    Ooh I have some cooked sweet potato sitting in the fridge right now – making these!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      perfection!

      Reply
  3. jill conyers says

    August 21, 2014 at 5:37 AM

    Sweet potato, one of my all time favorite ingredients! Your recipe looks delicious Lindsay.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      thanks jill! we share an affinity for sweet potatoes 🙂

      Reply
  4. lindsay says

    August 21, 2014 at 6:48 AM

    you know i love bites!! great combo! pinning!

    Reply
  5. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    So creative! And your pictures look awesome !

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      thanks girl!

      Reply
  6. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    I need these!! YUM!

    Reply
  7. Dietitian Jess says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Such a great idea of using sweet potatoes in bites, so creative and sounds delicious!

    Reply
  8. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    I love the looks of these! I’ll be trying them soon. 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      hope you love them!

      Reply
  9. Kristin @ W [H] A T C H says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    these look delicious. i do loveeee sweet potatoes.

    Reply
  10. Kim @ FITsique says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Awesome! I start classes again next week and with 12 hour clinicals need easy snacks that I can pop in my mouth. Looks like I’ll be making these this weekend!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      let me know how they turn out!

      Reply
  11. Leigha @ The Yooper Girl says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    Genius! And thank you for no dates! I have never tried them so I never put them in recipes. These sound so yummy!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      woohoo! enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    Yay for these being vegan! 🙂 I’m honestly not sure if I have ever paired chocolate with sweet potatoes… but I am totally on board for trying it!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      you must try! it’s a delicious combo!

      Reply
  13. Tina@GottaRunNow says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    Now I’m sorry that I ate the last of my sweet potatoes yesterday!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      perfect excuse to get more!

      Reply
  14. Hayley@healthyregards says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    Uh yum! Love these.

    Reply
  15. Jaclyn @ Bumpsweat says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    I have a bunch of butternut squash I need to use up. I’d think that’d be an okay sub for the pumpkin, don’t you?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      that should probably work. might need to add a bit more sweetener

      Reply
  16. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    I pretty much love anything involving sweet potatoes 🙂 Going to try them for sure!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:23 AM

      yay! hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  17. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    These look fantastic. It’s hard to go wrong with sweet potatoes! And I bet the maple syrup adds a nice flavor.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:29 AM

      yes! i love the two together!

      Reply
  18. Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    These are genius!!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:29 AM

      🙂 thanks friend!

      Reply
  19. Elana @ The Inventive Vegetarian says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    Oooh, these look tasty! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 9:28 AM

      enjoy!

      Reply
  20. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:34 AM

    Interesting combo!

    Reply
  21. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:06 AM

    YUM! I love little energy bites like these that are tasty and super convenient to have on hand. Plus who doesn’t love sweet potatoes?! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 1:20 PM

      agreed. sweet potatoes for the win!

      Reply
  22. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    Given the fact that I love sweet potatoes, I’m psyched that that’s one of the ingredients in these bites. They sound amazing and are definitely a perfect work snack!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 1:19 PM

      I agree. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  23. Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says

    August 21, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    Another recipe I can’t wait to get my hands on! Yumm!

    Reply
  24. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says

    August 21, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    I’ve never thought of using sweet potatoes for snack bites! Love these!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 1:19 PM

      It was an experiment that turned out well!

      Reply
  25. Jim Mandoli says

    August 21, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    Perfect as a pre work out snack!

    Reply
  26. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

    August 21, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    love these bites..i like to have these on hands at all times.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 1:19 PM

      They’re perfect for stocking your freezer!

      Reply
  27. Cassie says

    August 21, 2014 at 1:29 PM

    I loveee energy bites and I’ve never made them with sweet potatoes or bananas so I’m excited to try!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 2:27 PM

      woohoo! enjoy!

      Reply
  28. Liz - Meal Makeover Moms says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    OK .. this is just about the healthiest recipe I’ve EVER seen! Looks amazing. I need to try hemp hearts and this recipe has definitely inspired me 🙂

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 2:27 PM

      definitely give them a try! they’re a fun mix-in!

      Reply
  29. Elizabeth Eats says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    like sweet potato pie! love it

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 21, 2014 at 2:26 PM

      dessert for snack. what could be better 🙂

      Reply
  30. Ashley says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    Yum! I would have never thought to use sweet potato in snack balls…I can’t wait to try it out!

    Reply
  31. Meal Makeover Mom Janice says

    August 21, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    I’m a huge sweet potato fan and these look like a perfect treat! Can’t wait to try them.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:33 AM

      woohoo! let me know what you think!

      Reply
  32. Jody - Fit at 56 says

    August 21, 2014 at 7:32 PM

    I am going to raid your freezer!

    Reply
  33. Matt @ Runner Savvy says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:07 PM

    Yum!

    Reply
  34. Alex @ DelishKnowledge says

    August 21, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    Love these and love that they aren’t super sweet! I’m with you- I prefer foods on the not-so-sweet side. Dates are perfect for that!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:32 AM

      yes they are. can’t believe it took me so long to discover them!

      Reply
  35. Sarah Grace says

    August 21, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    I’ve made a sweet potato ball recipe awhile back as well and LOVE it, so I bet these are SO yummy 🙂 Looks incredible!
    xoxo Sarah Grace, Fresh Fit N Healthy.

    Reply
  36. Sarah @ HealthFitnessGenie says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:45 PM

    Wow! Some really awesome recipes. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  37. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    August 22, 2014 at 4:47 AM

    You’re one of a few who could get me to appreciate sweet potatoes!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:31 AM

      doing my best!

      Reply
  38. Annemarie (Real Food Real Deals) says

    August 22, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    Ooh, these sound amazing! Perfect flavors for fall. I will try these the next time I have a sweet potato in my drawer.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:31 AM

      Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  39. Farrah says

    August 22, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    Ahh, these sound amazing! I love sweet potato! (Can’t wait til they go on super-sale again soon! *-*)

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:31 AM

      woohoo! it’s almost that time of year!

      Reply
  40. Min says

    August 22, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    This looks fabulous! I ALWAYS have roasted sweet potatoes on hand for easy snacking so this looks like a great way to enjoy them ;). Pinned!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 22, 2014 at 10:30 AM

      thanks Min! Let me know if you try them out!

      Reply
  41. Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says

    August 22, 2014 at 8:34 PM

    And they’re vegan! Hurray! The sound delicious!

    Reply
  42. Deanna Segrave-Daly (@tspbasil) says

    August 23, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    So clever – I gotta get back into making sweet potato puree again – use to use it in my mac & cheese and tomato sauce all the time but have gotten lazy. Now this is the recipe to fire me up to do it!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 25, 2014 at 10:04 AM

      oooh in mac and cheese?! brilliant!

      Reply
  43. Tierney says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    These are amazing! I just made them the other night and they turned out wonderfully. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:44 AM

      so glad you liked them!

      Reply
  44. Kristina says

    December 2, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Was looking for a pre-workout snack with sweet potato. These came out really sticky for me but I rescued them with some coconut flour and cocoa. They did give me energy at the gym at 6am so maybe I’ll try again with a little tweaking. I love sweet potatoes!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      December 2, 2014 at 6:17 PM

      hmmm sorry they were sticky! hope you can find a version that works for you!

      Reply
  45. katie says

    December 3, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    I love love sweet potatoes and these little energy bites are so great before a workout. Used what I had on hand-chocolate almond butter, chia, flax. Thanks for the recipe/ inspiration! Would you happen to have general nutrition info?

    Reply
  46. Beverley says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:51 AM

    I loved the sweet potato idea but am a little hesitant about mixing in the banana and chocolate .
    Can anyone give their feedback please. Which flavor can you taste most? Sweet potato or banana?

    Reply

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