Recipe: Peanut Butter Protein Bites
PROTEIN BITES
Protein packed, vegetarian, energy bites are a perfect pre- and post-workout snack to help sustain energy and rebuild muscle!
Serves: 12 bites
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup ground flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 ripe banana
Instructions
- Combine ingredients into bowl and stir
- Place in refrigerator for 15-30 minutes
- Roll into 12 bites and store in refrigerator for up to one week
Nutrition Information
- Serving size: 1 (HOUR BEFORE WORKOUT)
- Calories: 193.8
- Saturated fat: 2.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19.8 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 69 mg
- Fiber: 3.8 g
- Protein: 6.4 g
WHY
- Combination of peanut butter and oats creates a complete protein to sustain energy through workout or help rebuild muscle post-workout.
- Chocolate chips and honey are simple sugars to provide immediate energy and work in combination with protein to maximize efficiency
- Banana contains fructose to provide immediate energy and also contains potassium which can help with muscle cramping
- Flax seed provides omega-3 fatty acids which are important for heart health and also contains fiber to aid in digestion and keep you full longer
