Tuesday, March 15, 2016

CRANBERRY ALMOND ENERGY BITES

1 c. oatmeal
⅓ c. almonds, chopped
⅓ c. sweetened shredded coconut
1 Tbsp. ground flaxseed (optional)
½ c. nut butter (peanut or almond are both good)
¼ c. honey
1 Tbsp. chia seeds
⅓ c. dried cranberries, roughly chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Bake oatmeal, almonds and coconut for 8-10 minutes at 350°, stirring after 5 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool.
In a medium bowl microwave the nut butter for 20-30 seconds until runny, add the baked mix along with flaxseed, honey, chia seeds and cranberries to the bowl. Form into 1.5" balls and refrigerate. Store in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week or freezer for 3 months.

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