Chocolate & Flaxseed Energy Bites

Easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for a quick pick-me-up snack or as a treat while on the go.

Time: 1 hour | Yield: 18 energy bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats, toasted
• ⅔ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup ground flaxseed
• ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
• ⅓ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Directions:

• Toast oats and coconut, separately, in a 350° F oven for 5-6 minutes until golden in color and fragrant. Allow to cool slightly before continuing.
  
  
• Stir all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
  
  
• Cover the mixing bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  
  
• Once mixture is chilled, roll into 1-inch balls. Use about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each ball.

You can enjoy immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week. Energy Bites can be frozen for up to 3 months.