Saturdays with Sarah: Healthy Snacks
Happy Saturday, everyone!
So, a lot of you have asked me for the recipe from those No-bake Granola Bites that were pictured in the “Meal Planning” post I wrote a few weeks back.
Granola Bites
Wait no more, cause here it is!
This recipe was found on Pinterest and it comes from the “Gimmie Some Oven!” blog. Click Here for a link to the original recipe. This one is changed just slightly.
Here’s what you need:
- 1 cup (dry) oatmeal (old-fashioned oats)
- 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes (toast these at 350 for 4 or 5 minutes)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Stir all ingredients together. The original recipe says to let the mixture chill for a half hour once mixed, and you can do that, but I’ve also started rolling them immediately after mixing, and that works fine, too. Roll into 1” balls and store in a tupperware container in the fridge! At 78 calories (ish) a pop, these are a perfect snack or also a perfect breakfast! I do 2 when I’m having them for breakfast, and just one if I’m having it as a snack. Easy to pack in your purse or lunchbox to have a healthy snack at work!
Let me know what you think when you try these. I know you’ll love them!
See you next Saturday,
Sarah
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About the Author
As a healthy food enthusiast, Sarah is committed to proving to people that it’s not hard to have a busy life and also find a way to eat healthy, delicious food. Every Saturday, Sarah shares stories about her own experiences with food, as well as recipes and tips for having a healthy kitchen. She says that if she can turn her life around and find a better relationship with food, anyone can. Learn more about Sarah on her Contributor page under the About tab. Sarah graduated Magna Cum Laude from USC in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism. She is also the recipient of a Mark of Excellence Award from the Society of Professional Journalists.Thanks for reading PeeDeeFoodie.com™
