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Breakfast | Snack

Energy Bites

  • 15 Mins

    Prep Time

  • 0 Mins

    Cook Time

  • 7

    Servings

  • 263 Calories
  • 14g Fat
  • 30g Carbs
  • 7g Protein
Recommended For:

Low Appetite/Weight Loss

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Ingredients

  • 7 Servings
  • 263 Calories
  • 14g Fat
  • 30g Carbs
  • 7g Protein
  • 15 Mins + 30 Mins Refrigeration Total Time
  • ½ Cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/3 Cup Pasteurized Honey
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla
  • 1 Cup Old Fashioned Oats
  • ¼ Cup Flaxseed, ground
  • 2/3 Cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
  • 2 Tbsp Mini Chocolate Chips
Recipe Created by Meijer Registered Dietitians, Beth Eggleston and Emily Parsell

Nourishment Note

Peanut Butter

Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, peanut butter provides an ample number of calories as well as antioxidants, like vitamin E.

Old Fashioned Oats

Oats provide beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that may boost the immune system.

Flaxseed

Flaxseed is relatively high in calories and omega-3 fatty acids. These types of fats are helpful for reducing inflammation in the body. Flaxseed is also rich in dietary fiber.

Instructions

  • 7 Servings
  • 263 Calories
  • 14g Fat
  • 30g Carbs
  • 7g Protein
  • 15 Mins + 30 Mins Refrigeration Total Time
  • 1

    Wash Hands Wash hands before preparing energy bites.

  • 2

    Mix Ingredients Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined.

  • 3

    Roll into Bites & Chill Roll into ping-pong ball sized bites and place on a baking sheet covered in parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

  • 4

    Serve & Enjoy Serve cold or at room temperature.

  • 5

    Store Energy bites will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

  • 6

    Wash Dishes Wash dishes in hot, soapy water. Sanitize cooking tools and surfaces, and thoroughly wash hands.

Recipe Created by Meijer Registered Dietitians, Beth Eggleston and Emily Parsell

What You’ll Need

  • Measuring Cups

  • Measuring Spoons

  • Bowl

  • Rubber Scraper

  • Baking Sheet

  • Parchment Paper

Allergen Swap

  • NNuts

    Omit peanut butter and replace with Sunbutter®.

Fatigue Buster

  • Flaxseed

    Purchase pre-ground flaxseed or flax meal.

  • Cookie Scoop

    Use a cookie scoop to scoop into bite-sized energy balls.

  • Ask for Assistance

    Ask a friend or family member to help prepare this dish.

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