Pregnancy had me craving sweets constantly, but these protein bites are the perfect solution. Packed with protein, iron-boosting pumpkin seeds (so important during pregnancy!), and dates that are great as you get closer to labor. A treat that actually fuels you!
SERVING SIZE: 18 bites
THE RECIPE:
De-pit and chop the dates into small pieces and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate chips, chopped dates, nut butter, and honey. Stir until a thick dough forms and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
Place the bites in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Keep stored in the fridge and grab one whenever you need a quick snack!
Fuel for the Finish Protein Bites
Ingredients
- 5 dates chopped
- 1 cup oats
- 2 scoops protein powder
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup nut butter
- 1½ tbsp honey
Instructions
- De-pit and chop the dates into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate chips, chopped dates, nut butter, and honey. Stir until a thick dough forms and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Place the bites in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Keep stored in the fridge and grab one whenever you need a quick snack!
