Classic Protein Energy Bites
High in protein and high in carb, these little bites pack a nutritious punch!
Servings: 46 balls
Ingredients
- 100 grams rolled oats
- 45 grams shredded coconut
- 60 grams dark chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 60 grams protein powder (2 scoops)
- 180 grams smooth peanut butter
- 50 grams maple syrup (or honey)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, chia seeds, protein powder, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Use a spatula or your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly. The mixture should be sticky and hold together easily.
- Take small portions and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands. You can adjust the size based on your preference. I usually go for around golf ball size.
- Place the energy bites in an airtight container and store them at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition:
- The whole bowl has 230 grams of carbs, and 104 grams of protein. So if you make 46 balls, each one has 5 grams of carbs and 2.3 grams of protein. To calculate the specific value, take the total (ex: 104 grams protein) and divide it by the number of balls you rolled. So if you rolled giant balls and made only 26 of them, they would each have 4 grams of protein (104/26=4).
- These energy bites can be stored in an airtight container on the counter for up to two weeks.
- If you want to extend their shelf life, consider freezing them. Place the bites on a tray in the freezer until firm, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly bag or container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.
- Peanut Butter: Feel free to use any nut or seed butter that suits your taste or dietary preferences, such as almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
- Protein Powder: Choose a protein powder flavour that complements the other ingredients. Vanilla or chocolate-flavoured protein powders work well in this recipe.
- Maple Syrup: Honey or agave nectar can be used as substitutes for maple syrup. Adjust the quantity based on your desired sweetness level.
- Chocolate Chips: Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even white chocolate. You can also use chopped nuts or dried fruit as an alternative.
- Get creative with add-ins! Consider incorporating chopped nuts, dried fruits (like raisins or cranberries), or even a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavour.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup, depending on your taste preferences.
- For a crunchy texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter, or add in crushed nuts.
- If the mixture is too dry and crumbly, add a bit more peanut butter or maple syrup to help it bind together.
- To make the rolling process easier and avoid sticky hands, lightly dampen your hands with water before shaping the mixture into balls.