Cranberry Pistachio Protein Bites Recipe
These Cranberry Pistachio Protein Bites offer a delicious and nutritious snack packed with wholesome ingredients like almond butter, rolled oats, dried cranberries, and protein powder. Perfect for an energy boost any time of day, these no-bake bites are easy to prepare and rich in flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 protein bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup (50g) Rolled Oats
- ¼ cup (40g) Dried Cranberries
- ¼ cup (30g) Shelled Pistachios, Chopped
- ¼ cup (30g) Vanilla Protein Powder
- ¼ tsp (1g) Sea Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (250g) Almond Butter
- 2 tbsp (40g) Honey
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond butter and honey. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, dried cranberries, chopped pistachios, vanilla protein powder, sea salt, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed and create a uniform dough.
- Shape the Bites: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch bite-sized balls, ensuring each one is compact and holds together well.
- Chill: Place the protein bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set and firm up.
- Store Properly: After chilling, transfer the bites to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator to keep fresh for up to one week.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute honey with maple syrup or agave for a vegan option.
- For added crunch, toast the rolled oats lightly before mixing.
- These protein bites can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey according to taste.
Keywords: protein bites, cranberry pistachio snack, no-bake protein balls, healthy snack, almond butter snack
