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Healthy Low-Glycemic Snack Bites

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These healthy low-glycemic snack bites are quick, easy, and perfect for guilt-free energy boosts. They combine wholesome ingredients for a chewy yet crunchy texture with natural sweetness and lasting fuel.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
  • ½ cup almond butter (creamy for best mixability)
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed
  • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or raw honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather and measure all ingredients.
  2. Combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed, shredded coconut, cinnamon, sea salt, chia seeds, and chopped nuts (if using) in a mixing bowl and stir until evenly distributed.
  3. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mix and fold together until the mixture comes together. Add a teaspoon of water or almond milk if too dry.
  4. Fold in dark chocolate chips if using.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls (about 20 total) and place on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
  7. Enjoy immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or almond milk at a time. Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking when rolling. Chilling the mixture before rolling helps it set better. For nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter and nuts with pumpkin seeds. Adding a pinch of sea salt enhances flavor balance.

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