Cranberry Pistachio Protein Bites
Nutty, chewy energy bites packed with protein and natural sweetness, perfect for snacks or breakfast on the go with pistachios, cranberries, and optional chocolate or coconut.
Equipment
- 1 large bowl for mixing ingredients
- 1 tray for chilling protein bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1/2 cup nut butter almond, peanut, or cashew
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats, chopped pistachios, dried cranberries, and chia or flaxseeds in a large bowl.
- Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until well coated and sticky.
- Form the mixture into small balls about 1 to 1½ tablespoons each, adjusting moisture as needed.
- Optional: press dark chocolate chips into each ball or roll them in shredded coconut.
- Place the bites on a tray and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Store in airtight container refrigerated up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
- Add protein powder for extra protein boost.
- Adjust sweetener to taste.
- Swap nuts to vary flavor.