Peanut Butter Energy Bites
/By Aleshia Pinto
We all need something a little sweet once in a while, but processed sugary snacks are high in calories and can leave you with a crash. These little bite are the perfect dessert or after work-out treat!
Loaded with healthy fats from a variety of nuts, they give a satisfying crunch and dried apricots and honey provide natural sweetness without any added refined sugar. Creamy, smooth peanut butter and a little added dark chocolate give these bites the taste of a healthy version of a crunchy peanut butter cup - one you don’t have to feel guilty for indulging in!
Need a protein boost? Add in 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder.
Ingredients:
1 cup toasted oats (use gluten free if gluten intolerant)
2/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/4 cup pepitas
1/2 cup raw almonds, pulsed 3-4 times in food processor
1/2 cup unsalted, roasted sunflower seeds
1/4 cup honey
3/4 cup natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
2 tablespoons coconut oil
About 1/4 cup dark chocolate, chopped (or more!)
1/4 cup chia seeds (optional)
Directions:
Melt peanut butter, honey and coconut oil in small sauce pan, stirring until smooth.
Toss well with remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until cold or cool enough to handle.
Roll into bite-sized balls and place on parchment paper.
Melt chocolate in microwave in 10 second increments, stirring well after each time until chocolate is melted. Drizzle over top of prepared balls.
Store in the fridge or freezer in tupperware containers separated by parchment paper to prevent from sticking.