Cranberry Almond Energy Bites
This is a variation of our energy bites base recipe. These easy cranberry almond energy bites are a great snack for any time of day and are an especially festive treat during the winter months.
Servings: 20 bites
Calories: 64kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup hot water
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon orange zest
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dash salt
- 1 ½ cups old fashioned oats
- ¼ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup finely chopped, toasted almonds
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix hot water, orange zest, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt in a medium bowl. Add oats to the mixture. Mix until all the water is absorbed.
- Add almond butter, cranberries, and maple syrup. Mix until incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes so they are easier to roll.
- Divide mixture into 1-inch balls (~2 Tablespoons) using a spoon or small portion scoop. Roll into balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Enjoy!
Notes
If the mixture is too sticky, add more oats 2 Tablespoons at a time.
If your almond butter is too hard to mix in, microwave for 30 seconds to soften.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bite | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.8g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.4mg