Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Bites are a refreshing, nutritious snack that combines zesty lemon flavor with the delightful crunch of poppy seeds. Perfect for busy days, these bite-sized treats provide an energy boost without the guilt. Ideal for on-the-go snacking, they can easily be customized to suit your taste. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll have a delicious and healthy snack ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup chopped dried fruits (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients in a clean bowl.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, poppy seeds, and salt.
- Add honey (or maple syrup), nut butter, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; stir until combined into a sticky mixture.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Store in an airtight container lined with parchment paper in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg