Energy Bites
These Energy Bites are the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor, ready in just 15 minutes of prep. With only 104 calories per serving, they’re a nutritious snack that balances protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup old fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 Tablespoons mini chocolate chips optional
- 1 Tablespoon ground flax seed optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 oz dark chocolate bar optional, may substitute melted chocolate chips instead
Instructions
- Combine old fashioned oats, shredded coconut, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, flax seed (if using), vanilla extract, and salt in large bowl.
- Stir well until all ingredients are well-combined.
- Scoop cookie dough by about 2-teaspoon-sized scoops (I like to use a small cookie dough scoop). Roll the mixture between your palms to form a smooth ball.
- Repeat until all mixture has been rolled into balls. Transfer to a wax paper lined baking sheet (or other moveable flat surface).
- Place in freezer for 10 minutes.
- While energy bites are chilling, melt your dark chocolate by breaking into small pieces, placing in a small microwave-safe bowl, and heating for 15-second increments and stirring well in-between until chocolate is completely melted.
- Remove chilled energy bites from the freezer and use a spoon to drizzle melted dark chocolate over all bites. Alternatively you can dip the bottoms of the bites in the chocolate (like you're making Buckeyes).
- Place in the refrigerator and chill one hour before serving and enjoying.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 58mgPotassium: 4mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gIron: 0.5mg
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