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Healthy Sweet Protein Bites


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A wholesome snack packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, perfect for fueling your day.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Rolled Oats
  • 1 cup Nut Butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
  • ⅓ cup Honey or Maple Syrup
  • ½ cup Protein Powder (whey, pea, or hemp)
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds
  • ½ cup Dark Chocolate Chips
  • ½ cup Dried Fruit (cranberries, apricots, or raisins)

Instructions

  1. Gather Your Equipment: You’ll need a mixing bowl, spatula, and baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine oats, protein powder, and chia seeds in a bowl.
  3. Incorporate Nut Butter: Warm nut butter if thick, then mix it with honey or maple syrup.
  4. Add Chocolate and Dried Fruit: Fold in chocolate chips and dried fruit.
  5. Form the Bites: Roll tablespoon-sized amounts of mixture into balls.
  6. Chill Out: Refrigerate bites for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Taste Test: Enjoy your delicious bites after chilling!

Notes

These bites can be varied with different mix-ins and flavors to suit your tastes. Consider adding spices or using different nut butters for variety.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: protein bites, healthy snacks, energy bites, vegan snacks, no-bake recipes