Description
Cranberry pistachio energy bites deliver a powerful punch of wholesome goodness, blending tart berries with nutty richness. Packed with natural ingredients and quick to prepare, these delightful snacks will energize your day and satisfy hunger between meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) pistachios, chopped
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) almond butter or peanut butter
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons (10 grams) chia seeds
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend rolled oats, finely chopped pistachios, tart dried cranberries, and nutrient-packed chia seeds.
- Whisk almond butter, golden honey, aromatic vanilla extract, and a delicate pinch of salt until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Cascade the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring methodically to ensure complete integration of flavors and textures.
- Using clean hands, gently compress and shape the mixture into compact, round spheres approximately one inch in diameter.
- Arrange the freshly formed energy bites on a parchment-covered tray, then transfer to the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to solidify and enhance structural integrity.
- Once chilled, transfer the protein-rich morsels to an hermetic container, preserving their peak quality for up to seven days in the cool environment of your refrigerator.
Notes
- Swap nut butters based on allergies or preferences, ensuring a personalized energy bite experience.
- Enhance nutrition by adding protein powder for extra muscle-supporting benefits during workouts or active days.
- Roll energy bites in unsweetened shredded coconut or crushed pistachios for added texture and visual appeal.
- Freeze for longer storage up to 3 months, making meal prep and snack planning more convenient and flexible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 123 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg