Okay guys, I’m obsessed with energy bites. I honestly had an idea in my mind that they weren’t the best snack because they had so much honey in them, but since I have learned to balance the honey with applesauce I am ALL ABOUT THEM ENERGY BITES!!! This recipe is a variation of my Chocolate Pistachio Energy Bites, but have a cherry flair :-) I have cherries on my radar right now because tart cherries are really great for recovery from endurance exercise. Some athletes drink tart cherry juice daily. I haven’t tried that yet, but have been thinking more about how to incorporate cherries into my diet. Check this fun recipe out!!
Tart Cherry Energy Bites
Ingredients:
1/2 cup almonds
1/4 cup pistachios
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup coconut flakes
1/4 cup coconut or oat flour
3/4 cup almond butter
1/2 cup cocoa powder
2 TBSP honey
6 TBSP unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 cup unflavored protein powder
1/3 cup chopped tart cherries
How to:
You can pick any assortment of nuts and seeds, but aim for about 1 cup total. Stick nuts and seeds in a food processor and process until fairly well ground.
Mix with all other ingredients. Combine well. You may have to use your hands.
Make into 24 bite sized balls.
I store mine in a large bag in the freezer. If you are wanting to eat them from the freezer, microwave them for 10 seconds first!
