Trail Mix Energy Bites
The following recipe and photography were provided by local blogger Abby Thome of The Thome Home.
Having nutritionally dense snacks on-hand that are as visually appealing as they are delicious is key to getting kids and adults to make healthier choices.
I have spent years creating different energy bites for my family, and these new Trail Mix Energy Bites are incredible!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s loaded with good-for-you ingredients. These little bites are loaded with good-for-you ingredients including ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and oats, which help keep your belly full all while providing a nutritional boost.
- You can prep make them in advance. These energy bites can be stored in your fridge for up to three weeks, so they are perfect to make ahead of time for lunches or afternoon snacks!
- It’s customizable. Heinen’s has a variety of different trail mixes, so feel free to swap out the cranberry trail mix for your favorite blend of Heinen’s nuts and dried fruit!

Trail Mix Energy Bites
Prep time: 15min Total time: 15min
Servings: 12 Bites
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Heinen’s organic old fashion oats
- 1 cup Heinen’s cranberry trail mix
- ½ cup Heinen's organic ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup Heinen's organic chia seeds
- ½ cup Heinen’s pure organic maple syrup
- 1 lb. container Heinen’s fresh ground honey roasted peanut butter
- 1 tsp. Heinen's organic ground cinnamon
- ½ cup mini chocolate candies (or Heinen's mini chocolate chips)
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the oats, flaxseed, and trail mix. Blend until the oats and trail mix are finely crumbled.
- Add the maple syrup, honey roasted peanut butter, and cinnamon. Blend until a dough forms and all of the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Stir in the mini chocolate candies.
- Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the dough into your hands and roll and squeeze the dough together to form bite-size balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.