I have a new snack recipe for you! Protein Packed Energy Bites. These Protein Packed Energy Bites get a lot of their protein from quinoa. Quinoa is one of the only complete plant based proteins. In addition to the quinoa, I have also added some seeds. These healthy energy bites are healthy and super easy to make. They would make a great pre or post workout snack.
These energy bites are vegan and gluten free. I used quinoa flakes which are similar to quick oats in texture. If you didn’t want to use the quinoa flakes, you can probably use quick oats in their place. Nuts may also be a good sub for those that are grain free. If you like energy bites, you may also like my grain free energy bites or my 3 ingredient energy bites.
Protein Packed Energy Bites
Protein Packed Energy Bites
A healthy pre or post workout snack!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups quinoa flakes
- 10 medjool dates
- 2 T chia seeds
- 2 T hemp hearts
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 T coconut oil
Instructions
- In a food processor , combine the quinoa flakes, chia seeds, hemp hearts and cinnamon together. Pulse a few times. Then add the dates and the coconut oil. You will see the mixture start to clump together. If it looks a tad dry, you can add a little water too.
- Roll into balls. The mixture will feel a little loose, but I promise it firms up in the fridge.
- Place on a parchment lined plate in the fridge to firm up. It should take about 30 minutes.
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