Description
Nutritious and easy snack combining dried apples, almond butter, and chia seeds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup dried apples, chopped
- ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ½ cup pitted Medjool dates
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 tablespoons protein powder
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg or ginger
- Optional: unsweetened coconut flakes for rolling
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine oats, dried apples, dates, and chia seeds. Pulse until crumbly.
- Add almond butter, cinnamon, and vanilla to the mixture. Blend until sticky.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it into balls. For a fun twist, you can coat them with coconut flakes, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts.
- Place the rolled bites on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the bites to an airtight container. Enjoy as a quick, healthy snack anytime!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American