Protein Energy Bites

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I usually make a batch of these protein energy bites once a month and freeze them for an on-the-go protein energy boost I can grab anytime. Pair these with a serving of fruit and you get all your essential nutrients (fats, protein, and fiber/carbs) in one fell swoop and you’ll skip the afternoon crash that you would get with an afternoon coffee or pastry instead.

Hot Tips:

• Make a big batch and freeze half.

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PREP 15 minutes
SERVING 4

COOK TIME None
Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

• 2 scoops unflavored protein powder (if flavored, skip added sweetener)

• 1/2 cup rolled oats

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

• 1 tbsp peanut or almond butter

• 1 tsp of maple syrup or 2 finely chopped dates

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup almond milk

• Optional unsweetened coconut shavings to garnish

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Instructions

1. Combine dry ingredients (oats, protein powder, cinnamon).

2. In a separate bowl, combine nut butter, maple syrup or dates, vanilla extract and almond milk.

3. Add liquid mixture to dry ingredients slowly. Add more almond milk if the texture is too dry.

4. Add chia seeds and combine well.

5. Form 4-6 small balls from the mixture and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

6. Optional: Roll balls in coconut or more chia seeds for texture.

7. Freeze for 20 mins.

8. Move to fridge and save remainder in a sealed container in freezer.

9. Enjoy!