Sweetpotato Energy Balls
- May 7, 2018
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These sweetpotato energy balls are a great on-the-go snack. Made with oats, sweetpotatoes, peanut butter, coconut and some spices, these healthy sweetpotato bites are everything youโd want in a healthy portable snack.ย
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Iโm excited to share these sweetpotato energy balls with you today. They are super fun and very delicious, and some of the more creative healthy no bake snacks we make.
These have been life saving snacks for me lately. You know, with the whole eating with one hand and needing quick nursing snacks and energy for baby stuff.
Breastfeeding is like a full time job (and workout) with incessant breastfeeding hunger, and easy, portable snacks are necessary, like these and lemon coconut protein balls.
I wouldnโt be lying if I told you I down these like coffee in the middle of the night when Iโm up with Cam โ 2 or 3 at a time.

Itโs a great combination of all the macronutrients to fill me up before going back to bed.
I tested and made these healthy sweetpotato bites several times during pregnancy in anticipating baby so Iโm happy to finally share the finished result with you!
Plus, these sweetpotato coconut energy bites great as healthy athlete snacks.
Itโs no wonder they make my list of top recovery foods for runners โ they are essential when Iโm in training mode.
What You Need For Sweetpotato Energy Bites
The 5 main ingredients you need are:
- oats
- peanut butter
- sweetpotatoes
- honey
- coconut
We are obviously big sweetpotato fans here in this house. I mean, we have a dog named โTater,โ to top things off. Who, by the way, eats cooked sweetpotatoes with all of her meals.
I was so excited to introduce both of my littles to sweetpotato puree and many of these baby led weaning food ideas.
Other sweetpotato foods they love are these spinach sweetpotato tater tots and sweetpotato spinach baby food.

When I thought these up, I was experimenting with different flavors that I thought would pair well with the sweetness of sweetpotatoes.
Honey was an obvious choice โ I mean, have you ever had sweetpotatoes with honey and marshmallows?
You know what else sweetpotato excels in? Bread form. Seriously โ give this sweetpotato bread recipe a try if youโre doubtful. And add the chocolate chips.ย
But, I wanted something to balance the sweetness a little bit. I had some coconut flakes on hand (I always do) and figured that would be a great accompaniment.
And why not add some ginger (I love this brand), a natural anti-inflammatory?

How To Make Sweetpotato Protein Balls
The flavor combination in these sweetpotato peanut butter energy bites turned out to be perfect!
Plus, with 4 grams of protein each, these sweetpotato protein bites are filling.ย Eating a couple offers almost 10 grams of protein, which is great for a healthy snack.
The oats, honey and sweetpotatoes provide quick and longer acting carbohydrates that allow for sustained energy. The peanut butter and honey help keep them together, and the salty cinnamon peanut butter also adds to the satiety and satisfaction factor.
To make these easy gluten free energy bites, combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and stir until they are combined.
Let the bowl firm up in the fridge for 20 minutes.ย

Next, shape the dough into small snack-sized bites and roll the bites into shredded coconut.
Place the bites back in the fridge for 15-20 more minutes, or in the freezer for 10 minutes.ย
To me, these taste like a fun combination between a tropical snack and a fun, sweet dessert.
These sweetpotato protein bites also make for great snacks for kids, perfect for school lunches (or adult lunches), or after dinner treats.
And you bet, even a quick breakfast when paired when yogurt or a smoothie on the go.
TRY some of these other EASY recipes!
- No bake carrot cake bites
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Bites
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Sweetpotato Energy Balls

These no bake 5 ingredient peanut butter energy bites are a great on-the-go snack. Made with oats, sweetpotatoes, peanut butter, coconut and some spices, these sweetpotato bites are everything you'd want in a healthy portable snack.ย
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked sweetpotato
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger (can use up to 3/4 tsp)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until well combined. Place bowl in fridge to firm up (about 20 minutes).
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove dough and portion into snack-sized bites. Gently roll bites into shredded coconut and place back in fridge for 15-20 more minutes (or the freezer for 10 minutes)
- Remove from fridge and enjoy for a pre run snack!
Notes
These will last up to a week in the fridge.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 143Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 4g
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I tried this last night after finding it on Pinterest and we loved it! It’s definitely on my list to make again!
My hubby and I have the exact same convos! Iโm with you on the food memories and they go embarrassingly wayyyyy back.
It’s a tough choice just picking one favorite way to cook with sweet potatoes. I love them baked with butter and brown sugar but I also love to put them in veggie grilling packets with a bit of olive oil and seasoning. I swear I could eat sweet potatoes every meal.
I like to make sweet potato fries and sweet potato casserole
I love making a baked sweet potato with butter and cinnamon!
i like to make sweet potato fries.
Sweet potato fries are my favorite, but I also eat sweet potatoes at all times of the day.
Definitely going to try this recipe out as hiking season starts and quick healthy treats are a must.
I love using sweet potatoes in a breakfast hash with sausage, onion and peppers topped with an egg!
roasted
Roasted in the oven
I like making sweet potato fries with an aioli dipping sauce
I absolutely love to roast sweet potatoes, or make Chocolate Covered Katie’s sweet potato brownies. So good. Thanks for the giveaway. <3
Love baking sweet potatoes until they’re soft and caramelized!
Yum! My favorite way to cook with sweet potatoes is to roast them and then use them in salads or egg hashes!
So versatile – they are great in everything!
Printed out this recipe, Sarah….can’t wait to try them!
Enjoy Steven!
Yum!! Sweet potato and peanut butter. Two of my favorite things. Especially together.
You have good taste! ๐
I loved the roasted with some everything bagel TJ spice!
That spice goes with everything!
I didn’t know you could put sweet potatoes into energy bites. I had never thought about it!
Yes — so easy too!
What a great idea! These sound awesome.
Thanks Emily. Hope you give them a try!