Breakfast/Energy Bites

These have been my go-to breakfast for the last couple weeks because I need something quick to grab in the mornings that I can eat on my way to work, and, I need something that will keep me full until lunch time. These bad boys do the trick! They are also great to have on hand for a snack. Thanks to my boyfriend's mom for this amazing recipe!

These are so healthy and the original recipe came from Dr. Oz. I love that they are nutrient packed, and you can make a big batch and keep them in the refrigerator.

Ingredients:

1 jar of almond butter

2 teaspoons of cinnamon

2 teaspoons of nutmeg

3/4 cup of raw honey

1 Tbs of maple syrup (helps them stick together- can omit but the bites will be crumbly)

2 teaspoons of vanilla extract

4 pinches of salt

1 cup of rolled oats

1/2 cup of whey protein powder (optional- I like it because it helps keep me full)

4 tablespoons of Chia seeds

1/2 cup of dried cherries

2 cups of coconut flakes

2 cups of chopped nuts (I prefer pecans)

Directions:

Prepare a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper.

Put all ingredients into a big mixing bowl. Mix by hand until it forms a dough. Add more maple syrup if needed to make the dough sticky/wet to hold its shape.

Roll to form balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the baking sheet. Refrigerate for an hour, or until they are firm.

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