No Bake Energy Bites
Kayla Castle • March 30, 2022
Whip up these easy naturally sweet treats to get over the afternoon slump! On Sundays I love to whip up a healthy protein snack to have throughout the week when hanger strikes.

Recipe
Ingredients:
1 scoop Chocolate protein powder ( I used vegan brand)
1 cup Medjool dates, soaked in hot water for 10-minutes
3 tablespoons rolled oats
¼ cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon sweetener (such as maple syrup or honey)
Directions:
1.) Place Medjool dates and peanut butter in food processor. Process till contents is smooth. Next add in oats, protein powder, unsweetened cocoa, and sweetener of choice.
2.) Remove blade from food processor. Grab a cookie scoop and scoop out 1-tablespoon of batter at a time. Roll into a ball and continue till finish batter. Pop in fridge for 10-15 minutes till set. Enjoy!

You know when you eat something sweet and then later in the day you start feeling sluggish and tired? That sugar crash feeling is from a sharp rise in blood sugar levels followed by a decline. Having consistent blood sugar levels provides us with a consistent energy boost. By structuring our meals in a balanced pattern, you will be less likely to experience a “sugar crash”.