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Honey and Oatmeal Energy Bites
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NDSU Extension
Servings
Servings:
18
Serving Size
Serving Size:
1 energy bite
Title

Honey and Oatmeal Energy Bites

Description

A perfect snack for those on the go!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ½ cup honey 
  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned or quick oatmeal 
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter 
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds 
  • ½ cup unsalted peanuts, crushed 
  • ½ cup mini dark chocolate chips 
Directions

Directions

Combine honey, oatmeal, peanut butter, vanilla extract and chia seeds together in large bowl 

Once thoroughly mixed, roll mixture into 18 small balls 

Combine chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips in a shallow bowl or plate. Roll each ball in the mixture to coat the outside. 

The finished product does not need to be refrigerated, but store it in an air-tight container to prevent it from drying out. Eat within 7-10 days for the best quality. The energy balls may be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Dietary and Nutrition

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Honey is abundant in antioxidants that have been associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. 

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Page Portals

All About Food Allergens: Peanuts (FN1828, Reviewed March 2022)

This publication about food allergies is intended to be used in parent education programs and by high school teachers.

Now You're Cookin': Nutritious After-school Snacks! (FN1379, Reviewed August 2021)

Providing nutritious snacks doesn’t have to be expensive but you may need to do some planning to make them readily available for your child. Getting kids to eat fruits and vegetables can be difficult. Make snack time fun.

This recipe was analyzed for nutrition using Food Processor SQL Nutrition and Fitness Software and tested in the kitchen.