These 3 fall twists on energy bites are the perfect afternoon snack

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Looking for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up? Try these cinnamon caramel apple, chocolate peanut butter and maple vanilla latte energy bites.

Cinnamon Caramel Apple Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups dried apples

  • 3/4 cups pitted dates

  • 3/4 cup uncooked oats

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Tools used:

Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until mixture forms into a dough-like consistency.

  2. Roll mixture into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup creamy unsalted peanut butter

  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup

  • 1/3 cup almond flour

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Tools used:

Instructions:

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together ingredients until combined.

  2. Using a dough scooper, create balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm.

Maple Vanilla Latte Bites

Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup almond meal

  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts

  • 1/3 cup peanut butter

  • 1/3 cup maple syrup

  • 1 tablespoon ground coffee

  • 1/3 cup protein powder

Tools used:

Instructions:

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together ingredients until combined.

  2. Using a dough scooper, create balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm.

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