August Recipe – High Protein Energy Bites

July 2017 | News

The August recipe is High Protein Energy Bites. These easy no-bake bites can act as a snack or a treat! Click on this post for the full recipe.

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High Protein Energy Bites

Preparation:10 minutes

Yields: 20-25 bites

Serving Size: 1 ball

Ingredients

1 cup crispy puffed rice cereal

1/2 cup chopped unsalted pretzels

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/4 cup honey

1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup almonds, roughly chopped

1/4 cup ground flax seed

1 Tbsp. chia seeds (optional)

Directions

Stir all ingredients together in a large bowl until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. (This step makes the mixture easier to shape.)
Remove and shape into small 1-inch balls, or press into the bottom of a parchment-lined baking pan to make granola bars.
Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.

**It is not essential that these be refrigerated, but it helps the balls to keep their shape.

Nutrients per Serving:

Calories: 118, Protein: 3.2 g, Carbohydrates: 12g, Fat: 7.3g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 20 mg, Potassium: 103mg, Phosphorous: 62mg, Calcium: 17mg, Fiber: 2 g

Renal and diabetic food choices:

1 starch, 1 fat, ½ protein

Adapted from: www.gimmesomeoven.com