Healthy Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Bites
A delightful and nutritious snack perfect for any time of the day, packed with fresh lemon flavor and wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1/3 cup nut butter (e.g., almond or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl: oats, nut butter, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, lemon zest, poppy seeds, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix well until everything is well combined and the mixture is slightly sticky but manageable.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Shape tablespoon-sized portions into balls using your hands.
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Use rolled oats for the best texture. Customize sweetness based on preference.