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Olive Oil Power Protein Bites

Prep: 15 min
Cook: N/A
Total: 15 min
Servings: 12 bites
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup nuts (almonds, cashews or walnuts), chopped
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp flax seeds
  • ¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin for flavor)
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼–½ cup of unflavored or vanilla whey, plant or collagen protein powder
  • 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
  • Optional: pinch of salt or cinnamon
  • Directions

    1. In a large bowl, combine oats, chopped nuts, chia seeds, flax seeds and cacao nibs (if using).
    2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
    3. Pour the olive oil mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
    4. Use a spoon or your hands to roll the mixture into bite-size balls (about 1–1.5 inches).
    5. Place bites on a lined baking sheet or plate and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to set.

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