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  • Why You’ll Love These Keto Bites
  • How To Make Keto Energy Balls
  • Low Carb Energy Balls FAQs
  • Variations
  • Storage Instructions
  • More Keto Snack Recipes
  • Tools To Make Keto Bites
  • Keto Energy Balls (Keto Bites)

You’ll love keeping a stash of low carb keto energy balls around… they are one of my favorite low carb sweet snacks for the ketogenic diet. They’ll fill you up and also satisfy your sweet tooth! Plus, these keto bites are made with simple and nutritious ingredients, and the best flavor combination… peanut butter and chocolate! If you don’t need low carb, try my bliss balls instead.

If you love this combo as much as I do, give my chocolate peanut butter smoothie, chocolate peanut butter fat bombs, or chocolate chip peanut butter protein cookies a try.

Most energy balls are sweetened with dried fruit, honey, or maple syrup, and use oats as a primary ingredient. This keto version is sweetened with Wholesome Yum Keto Maple Syrup and uses a nut and nut butter blend for a similar texture to traditional oat ones.The syrup helps the balls stick together, but also adds great maple flavor and sweetness… with only 2g net carbs and 20 calories per serving!

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And of course, the syrup is delicious on all your favorite keto breakfast foodsketo pancakes, chaffles, and waffles! (Make your pancakes even easier with pre-made keto pancake mix.)

Why You’ll Love These Keto Bites

  • Sweet with flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and maple
  • Perfect combo of soft and crunchy
  • Ready in 15 minutes
  • Keto, paleo, grain-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free
  • Just 1.7g net carbs each
  • No oven required (they are no bake!)

How To Make Keto Energy Balls

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TIP: You can remove the blade to make folding easier. This will also protect your spatula… or transfer to a bowl and mix there.

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Low Carb Energy Balls FAQs

Are energy balls low carb?

Most energy balls are made with high-carb ingredients like oats, dried fruit, and honey or maple syrup, so would not be low carb or keto friendly.

These low carb no bake energy balls are made with keto friendly ingredients like almonds, coconut, flaxseed, peanut butter, keto maple syrup, and sugar-free dark chocolate chips.

Are these peanut butter energy balls keto?

Yes, the carb counts in energy bites will vary recipe to recipe, but because we are using lower-carb ingredients in this recipe, they are just 1.7 grams net carbs each.

Can I make them nut-free?

Yes. If you have an allergy to tree nuts, you can swap the almonds with sunflower seeds and swap the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.

Can I use something else instead of the maple syrup?

This recipe uses Wholesome Yum Keto Maple Syrup to sweeten and bind the energy balls. Other sugar-free maple syrup brands should work if they have the same thick consistency, but this is the only one that has a real maple syrup taste and natural ingredients.

You can also try using this sugar-free maple syrup recipe, but I haven’t tested it to confirm if it works as well.

Don’t use regular maple syrup, as that would be high in sugar.

If you don’t want to use a maple syrup at all, you can’t replace it with a granulated or powdered sweetener without changing the consistency. But, you can use a different liquid sweetener with a similar consistency, if you like. Sugar-free simple syrup or even sugar-free vanilla syrup would also be delicious!

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Variations

  • Peanut – Swap the almonds for peanuts. (Or add a boost of protein by making protein peanut butter balls.)
  • Nut-Free – Use sunflower seeds instead of almonds and sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
  • Double Chocolate – Replace 2 tablespoons of the flaxseed meal with cocoa powder. Or simply make my chocolate keto fat bombs instead.
  • Snickerdoodle – Add a couple teaspoons of cinnamon and omit the chocolate chips.

Storage Instructions

  • Make ahead: These keto no bake energy balls are a perfect make-ahead snack. While you can eat them right away, they are also easy to store ina glass storage container.
  • Store:Keep your keto bites in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze:You can keep the bites in the freezer for 3-6 months. Take them out to thaw slightly before biting in!
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More Keto Snack Recipes

If you like this low carb energy balls recipe, you might also like some of these other keto snack recipes:

  • Keto Granola Bars – You can wrap these individually and store in your pantry. Convenient and delicious!
  • Keto Cookie Dough Bites – Just 10 minutes to prep these sweet bites that have just 1.5 grams net carbs each.
  • Chocolate Fat Bombs – These will keep you full AND satisfy your sweet tooth.
  • Cocoa Balls – A chocolate way to make energy balls. Swap the maple syrup with the Wholesome Yum keto syrup.
  • Keto Popcorn – The satisfaction and crunch of popcorn, without the carbs!
  • Food Processor – The food processor makes these bites come together in no time, and this one is my favorite. It has lasted me for years.
  • Keto Maple Syrup – The key sweetener and binder for sugar-free energy balls. Check out the reviews to see how much it tastes like the real thing!
  • Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips – These are my go-to for all my sugar-free chocolate recipes!

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Keto Energy Balls (Keto Bites)

Sweet low carb keto energy balls are super easy, grain-free, no bake, and 1.7g net carbs each! Make these keto bites with just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes.

Prep: 15 minutes

Total: 15 minutes

Author: Maya Krampf from WholesomeYum.com

Servings: 36 (adjust to scale recipe)

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  1. Place the almonds into a food processor. Pulse (starting and stopping every couple seconds) until you have a mixture of chopped almonds and almond meal.

  2. Add the shredded coconut, flaxseed meal and salt. Pulse a couple of times, just until uniform. (Do not overmix.)

  3. Add the peanut butter, syrup, and vanilla. Pulse again until just combined. (Again, do not overmix.)

  4. Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips and press them into the mixture.

  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a small cookie scoop and your hands to form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the parchment paper. Enjoy right away, refrigerate, or freeze.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 energy ball

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories87

Fat7g

Protein2.7g

Total Carbs3.5g

Net Carbs1.7g

Fiber1.8g

Sugar1.1g

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Course:Snack

Cuisine:American

Keywords:keto energy balls, low carb energy balls

Calories: 87 kcal

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FAQs

How many carbs are in no bake energy bites? ›

Nutrition Information per serving (1 bite): Calories: 70, Total Fat: 2.5g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Protein: 2g, Total Carbohydrate: 11g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sodium: 20mg.

What are energy snacks for keto diet? ›

It's therefore important to keep some healthy, high-energy, low-carb ketogenic snacks on hand. Nuts such as almonds, walnuts, brazil nuts, macadamia nuts and cashews are packed with nutrients and are great as a snack if you're hungry between meals and need an energy boost.

What foods are good for energy on keto diet? ›

Incorporate foods rich in healthy fats into your ketogenic diet. Avocados, olive oil, coconut oil, nuts, seeds, fatty fish, and grass-fed meats are excellent sources of healthy fats. Avocados, for example, are not only rich in monounsaturated fats but also contain fibre, vitamins, and minerals.

Are Medjool dates keto friendly? ›

When fruit is dried, its sugar is concentrated into smaller serving sizes. For example, a single pitted Medjool date (24 grams) has 18 grams of carbs, 2 of which are dietary fiber ( 37 ). While dates are nutritional powerhouses, they concentrate too much sugar to reasonably be part of a keto diet.

Why are energy bites good for you? ›

Energy Bites Contain NO Refined Sugar & Lots of Nutrient Packed Ingredients. The best part about Energy Bites? There is absolutely no refined sugar! Sugar has become a serious addiction for many people and it comes with a serious price.

How many energy balls should you eat? ›

Protein or energy balls are a great snack to enjoy between meals, as they contain ample amounts of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. One or two balls will keep you satisfied and energised between your main meals.

How many carbs a day on keto? ›

The ketogenic diet typically reduces total carbohydrate intake to less than 50 grams a day—less than the amount found in a medium plain bagel—and can be as low as 20 grams a day. Generally, popular ketogenic resources suggest an average of 70-80% fat from total daily calories, 5-10% carbohydrate, and 10-20% protein.

Can I eat popcorn on keto? ›

Net carbs are calculated by taking the total grams of carbohydrate in a food and subtracting the amount of fiber. In this case, popcorn contains 6 grams of carbs per 1 cup serving and 1.2 grams of fiber, bringing the net carbs per serving to 4.8 grams. Yes friends, popcorn is indeed a keto food.

Can you eat peanut butter on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

Why am I so tired on keto? ›

In the initial stages of a ketosis diet, people may feel more tired and weaker than usual. This fatigue occurs as the body switches from burning carbohydrates to burning fat for energy. Carbohydrates provide a quicker burst of energy to the body.

How can I intensify my ketosis? ›

Tips to achieve ketosis
  1. Eat 20–50 grams of carbs per day. This can encourage your body to produce ketones. ...
  2. Track your carb intake. ...
  3. Limit eating out at restaurants. ...
  4. Be aware of hidden carb sources. ...
  5. Increase your intake of high quality fats. ...
  6. Try intermittent fasting. ...
  7. Exercise more. ...
  8. Test your ketone levels regularly.

How do you satisfy your hunger on keto? ›

Increase the size of your meals with nutrient-dense foods. This will promote a sense of fullness and reduce the urge to snack in between meals. Include plenty of fibre in your meals. While fibre from foods like green leafy vegetables is considered a carbohydrate, we don't digest it, so it doesn't count.

What fruit can I eat on keto? ›

Keto fruits by definition are low in carbohydrates. You still need to exercise portion control with most keto-friendly fruits to be within the limits of a keto diet. Keto-friendly fruits include avocados, watermelon, strawberries, lemons, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, cantaloupe, star fruit, and blackberries.

What alcohol can you drink on keto? ›

For instance, pure forms of alcohol like whiskey, gin, tequila, rum, and vodka are all completely free of carbs. You can drink them straight or combine them with low carb mixers for more flavor. Wine and light varieties of beer are also relatively low in carbs — usually containing under 6 grams (g) per serving.

What vegetables are not keto friendly? ›

Starchy vegetables contain more digestible carbohydrates than fiber and should be limited when you're on the ketogenic diet. These include corn, potatoes, sweet potatoes and beets. Limit high-sugar fruits too, which spike your blood sugar more quickly than berries and have more carbohydrates.

How many carbs are in one no bake cookie? ›

Calories in No Bake Cookies
Calories98.7
Potassium27.0 mg
Total Carbohydrate20.3 g
Dietary Fiber1.1 g
Sugars14.2 g
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How many carbs are in mini bites? ›

Nutrition Facts
NutrientValue
Carbs37g
Net carbs36g
Fiber1g
Sugar20g
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How many carbs are in breaded chicken bites? ›

Mistica Ranch Meats Breaded Boneless Chicken Bites (1 serving) contains 13g total carbs, 12g net carbs, 6g fat, 16g protein, and 170 calories.

How many carbs are in potato bites? ›

Old Bay Potato Bites (10 pieces) contains 17g total carbs, 16g net carbs, 8.5g fat, 1g protein, and 150 calories.

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