Description
Wholesome protein bites packed with nutty almonds and rich dark chocolate offer a delightful snack for health-conscious individuals. Energy-boosting ingredients blend seamlessly, providing quick nourishment you’ll crave between meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) peanut butter
- 2 cups (480 ml) oats
- 1 cup (240 ml) Rice Krispies
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips (amount optional)
- Marshmallows (amount optional)
Instructions
- Mixing Base: Combine rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract in a large bowl, thoroughly blending until dry ingredients are completely coated and uniform.
- Enhance Mixture: Gently incorporate chocolate chips and mini marshmallows, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture for added texture and flavor complexity.
- Shape Formation: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, carefully craft compact spheres approximately 1 inch in diameter, rolling the mixture between palms to create smooth, consistent protein bites.
- Chilling Process: Place formed bites on a lightly greased baking sheet or tray, then refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to solidify the structure and intensify the flavor profile.
- Storage Method: Transfer chilled protein bites to an airtight container, layering with parchment paper to prevent adhesion, and store in the refrigerator for up to one week as a convenient, nutritious snack option.
Notes
- Chill for Perfect Shape: Refrigeration is crucial for these protein bites to set properly, helping them maintain a compact, uniform shape and enhancing their overall texture.
- Customize Your Mix: Feel free to experiment with add-ins like nuts, dried fruits, or different chocolate varieties to create your personalized flavor profile.
- Smart Storage Strategy: Use parchment paper between layers when storing to prevent the bites from sticking together and maintain their individual integrity.
- Freshness Window: These protein-packed treats remain delicious and safe to eat for up to one week when stored correctly in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg