Description
Cranberry Pistachio Energy Bites are a wholesome, no-bake snack packed with oats, nuts, and dried fruits, perfect for a quick energy boost. These easy-to-make bites combine creamy almond butter, honey, and crunchy pistachios with chewy cranberries and ground flaxseed for a nutritious treat that is both delicious and portable.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup creamy almond butter (or peanut butter)
- â…“ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
- â…“ cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the oats, chopped dried cranberries, chopped pistachios, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir the almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
- Combine mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated and a sticky dough forms.
- Chill the mixture: Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle and shape.
- Form energy bites: Once chilled, scoop or roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a small cookie scoop, pressing firmly to ensure the bites hold together.
- Store properly: Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined tray and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- You can substitute other nuts such as cashews or other dried fruits like chopped apricots according to your preference.
- For an extra nutritional boost, consider adding a tablespoon of chia seeds or protein powder to the mixture.
- Press the mixture firmly when rolling the bites to ensure they hold their shape well and don’t crumble.
