Happy Wednesday! I think I found my new favorite low FODMAP treat, Cinnamon Vanilla Protein Bites! I wish I could take the credit but this DELICIOUS recipe is courtesy of @cottercrunch
It’s tough to find a protein/energy bite recipe that doesn’t use dates but still has they same texture. This recipe has it! You can find the original recipe from Cotter Crunch here,
I made a few substitutions to keep it low FODMAP/Gluten-free, so if you need to follow those restrictions be sure to 1) use Gluten-free oats, 2) use maple syrup instead of honey and 3) keep it to 1-2 bites per serving. The recipe calls for almond flour, which in amounts 1/2 cup or greater is high FODMAP (because of the fructans). If you’re sensitive to almond flour, you can use all oat flour instead.
Ingredients:
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3/4 cup of gluten free rolled oats or gluten free cereal of choice
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1/4 cup (or 4 scoops) collagen protein (I like Vital Proteins) but if you want to keep it Vegan I’d recommend hemp or rice protein powder
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1/2 cup almond flour (or more oat flour if avoiding)
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1 heaping tablespoon ground Cinnamon (extra for coating)
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1/3 cup peanut butter (natural)
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2 tsp Vanilla extract
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1 tsp nutmeg
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sprinkle of ground ginger
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1/3 cup maple syrup
Directions:
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Grind up your oats in a food processor or Vitamix and transfer into a mixing bowl.
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Add your almond meal, protein powder, cinnamon, and nut butter. Stir ingredients all together.
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Add in your maple syrup and vanilla then mix again well with hands.
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You might need to add more honey or nut butter if the batter gets to dry. (I was fine)
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Roll into 1-1.5 inch balls and place on a cookie tray or plastic ware with parchment paper underneath. (I used my beloved cookie scoooper!)
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Let them freeze for 20-30 minutes then transfer into plastic baggie or container.
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Dust with additional cinnamon if desired.
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Keep in fridge or freezer for up to 6 weeks.
These protein bites are perfect for a pre/post workout snack (limit to 1) or a breakfast substitute (limit to 2). Let me know if you try them/what substitutions you try. Enjoy!