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Simple, Sweet Energy Bites

(Culinary.net) Having enough energy and fuel to make it dips. Eating something that can make your body feel good
through a long day can be challenging. No matter if you’re a and energize you for the rest of the day keeps you prepared
stay-at-home parent, corporate worker or small business own- for what’s to come.
er, having a high energy level that lasts throughout the day is
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Energy Bites
When it comes to snacking during the day, these delicious, Servings: 20
mouth-watering Energy Bites can give you the boost you need.
They are made with creamy peanut butter and honey to curb 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
your sweet cravings but still provide plenty of texture with 1/3 cup honey
shredded coconut and raw oats. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup raw oats
They are a perfect snack time nosh, rolled into simple balls, 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
that can help you finish the task at hand. 1/2 cup flaxseed meal
6 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Not only can they be that 2 p.m. pick-me-up, they are also sim-
ple to make and simply delightful to eat. You can store them in In medium mixing bowl, stir peanut butter, honey and vanilla
the refrigerator in a container for anytime snacking. Plus, the extract until combined. Add oats, coconut, flaxseed meal and
recipe makes 20 servings, which means it’s easy to prep your chocolate chips. Mix until combined.
snacks for the entire week ahead of time.
Shape into 1-inch balls. Store in airtight container in refrig-
Stop settling at snack time for stale crackers or high-calorie erator until ready to serve.