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Toasted Coconut and Macadamia Energy Bites

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 180
These delicious energy bites combine toasted coconut, crunchy macadamia nuts, and wholesome oats for a nutritious snack.

Ingredients

Coconut

  • 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Nuts

  • 0.33 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Oats

  • 0.75 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Cereal

  • 0.5 cup crispy brown rice cereal ((or regular))

Flaxseed

  • 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed

Nut Butter

  • 0.5 cup creamy almond butter

Sweetener

  • 0.33 cup pure maple syrup

Flavoring

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Toast the coconut in a skillet until golden. Add to a large bowl.
  • Pulse macadamia nuts in a food processor until finely chopped. Add to bowl.
  • Pulse oats until lightly chopped; add to bowl with cereal, flaxseed, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Mix well.
  • Chill mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Form mixture into 1-1.5 inch balls. Chill before serving.

Notes

Chilling the mixture helps it firm up for easier shaping.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: energy bites