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Protein bites are an easy, no-bake snack that you can take on the go. The best part of making these delicious and high-protein snacks is that you can make them ahead of time so you don’t make poor food choices when you are hungry, and they are much cheaper than buying processed protein bars. Here are recipes for three different kinds of protein bites to suit a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. They’re easy to prepare, require no baking, and are perfect for meal prep.
1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bites
Ingredients:
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural or creamy)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 1/4 cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, protein powder, and chia seeds.
2. Add peanut butter and honey, mixing until well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of water or milk.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips (if using).
4. Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
2. Lemon Coconut Protein Bites
Ingredients:
• 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
• 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Mix shredded coconut, almond flour, and protein powder in a bowl.
2. Add melted coconut oil, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir until the mixture holds together. Add a bit more lemon juice if it’s too dry.
3. Roll into bite-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
3. Mocha Almond Energy Bites
Ingredients:
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules (or espresso powder)
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chunks or chips (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, and coffee granules in a bowl.
2. Add almond butter and honey, stirring until the mixture is cohesive. If it’s too dry, add a tablespoon of water or milk.
3. Fold in chocolate chunks or chips (if desired).
4. Roll into balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
These tasty and healthy snacks make getting your protein in much more manageable and totally delicious.
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