Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.25 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional) Optional for extra nutrition
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cup creamy almond butter Could substitute with peanut butter or sunbutter
- 0.33 cup honey or pure maple syrup For a vegan option, use maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 0.5 cup raisins Can substitute with other dried fruits
Method
Preparation
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and optional chia seeds. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add the almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mash and fold the mixture together until every oat flake is coated.
- Gently fold in the raisins until evenly distributed.
- Check the mixture's consistency; it should hold its shape when squeezed. Adjust with honey or oats if too dry or sticky.
- Cover the bowl and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and portion out the mixture using a small cookie scoop or your hands, rolling each piece into a compact ball.
- Place the rolled bites on the tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Serving and Storage
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months, separating with parchment paper.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Notes
These bites can be served alone or alongside fruit or yogurt dip. Feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or other spices for variations.
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