Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites Recipe
These Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla with creamy almond butter, protein powder, and a delightful drizzle of white chocolate. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy treat, these no-bake bites are easy to make and store well in the fridge or freezer.
- Author: Cleo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 16 energy bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Energy Bites
- 1 cup natural creamy almond butter
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
Topping
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- Mix Ingredients: Add the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, rolled oats, salt, and cinnamon to a mixing bowl. Use a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients together until a thick batter forms, ensuring all components are well combined.
- Scoop Batter: Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Using a 1.5 tablespoons sized mini cookie scoop, drop balls of batter evenly spaced onto the baking sheet.
- Shape Bites: Roll each ball with your hands to smooth out the edges and form a neat, uniform shape.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Melt the mixture in 10-15 second increments in the microwave, stirring after each interval to prevent burning until fully melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the tops of the energy bites to add a sweet finishing touch.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet with the drizzled energy bites into the refrigerator for 1 hour, or until the bites have hardened and set properly.
- Store: Transfer the energy bites to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use natural creamy almond butter without added sugars or oils for best results.
- Adjust the salt to taste or omit if preferred. The salt helps balance the sweetness.
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with dark or milk chocolate chips if desired.
- These energy bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For an extra protein boost, use your favorite vanilla or cinnamon-flavored protein powder.
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