It’s great when we have productive mornings. You feel energized and ready to take on the day. You’ve planned out your day, set priorities, and are prepared to complete them individually. You have a plan for the day; you’ve set your preferences and are ready to tick them off one by one. We understand the frustration. We all experience frustration.
While coffee is a good energy booster, it can also cause anxiety and increase your heart rate. We’re grateful for the energy bites concept that has existed for some time. Many names know these energy bites, including protein, energy, and power balls.
These tiny energy bites are packed with protein and other nutrients that replenish your body while boosting your energy. These energy bites come in various flavors that help you focus and unlock your potential.
What’s the best part? These energy bites are easy to make, delicious, and require little effort. These delightful energy bites will awaken your tastebuds and send them on a culinary adventure.
Caramel Delight Energy Bite
Enjoying caramel is a great way to enjoy your afternoon. Even better, it’s mixed with dark cocoa, toasted Coconut, and oats to boost your fiber. You can eat these caramel-flavored bites in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of rolled Oats
- Half a cup of almond butter without salt
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Six tablespoons of semisweet mini chocolate chips
- Unsweetened Coconut, six tablespoons
Instructions:
Add the Coconut, three tablespoons, and three more chocolate chips to a medium-sized bowl. Stir until they are combined.
To make energy bites, use a small scoop to remove some mixture. Roll it into small balls.
3- Place the rolled-up balls on your baking sheet
Add the remaining Coconut to a pan and cook over medium heat. Stir it frequently to prevent it from burning. Transfer it into a shallow dish when it becomes golden brown.
5- Roll the balls in the toasted Coconut for a crunchy coating.
6. Put the chocolate chips in the microwave and melt them for 30 seconds.
7. Pour the melted dark chocolate into a plastic bag, cut the tip-off, and drizzle over the balls. Let it rest before transferring it to the fridge.
Cocoa Pistachio Energy Balls
Pistachios are not only delicious and crunchy but also an excellent energy source. It is recommended to add pistachio to your energy bite. Add chocolate to your energy bites to make them even more tasty. This snack is great for any time of the day, but especially in the afternoons. They are also great for a quick run.
Ingredients:
- Shelled pistachios, 3/4 cup (salted).
- Half a cup of almond butter
- Cocoa powder three tablespoons
- Pure maple syrup, four tablespoons
- Half a teaspoon of cinnamon ground
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to your food processor.
The mixture should be crumbly.
To prevent the mixture from sticking to your hands, wet them before forming them into balls.
Roll the mixture into balls and place them into a container for storage.
5- Freeze it in the fridge for a few hours.
Enjoy and serve.
Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Balls
Peanut butter is a great snack. Try incorporating it into healthy energy bites instead of your typical PB&J sandwich. These peanut butter balls are so soft and delicious that they melt in your mouth. They create a heavenly atmosphere for your taste buds. They’re old-fashioned, but they will never be outdated!
Ingredients:
- Peanut Butter, 1 1/2 cups
- Half a cup of butter
- Four cups of powdered Sugar
- 1 and 1/3 graham crackers crushed
- Two cups of semisweet chocolate chips
- Shortening one tablespoon
Instructions:
Combine the butter, peanut butter, sugar powder, graham crackers crushed, and powdered icing sugar in a medium-sized bowl. They should be beaten until a smooth mixture forms.
Then, shape the mixture into small balls and chill them for at least 30 minutes.
Add the chocolate chips and shortening to a double boiler, then microwave until completely melted.
Then, take your energy balls from the fridge and coat them in the chocolate mixture.
5- Place the cookies on a baking tray, and then place them in the fridge until the chocolate has set.