Trail Mix Energy Bites

June 11, 2018

Full of seeds, hearty oats, and cinnamon, these easy-to-make Trail Energy Mix Bites are perfect to take on your next hike, pack for a picnic or travels, or add to your lunchbox for a naturally sweet and filling treat!

Nut Free, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Egg Free, Soy Free

The weather is finally warming over here, which means it’s time to get OUTSIDE! We moved on up (to the East side… no joke!) about a month ago, which means we’re closer to Central Park and alllll the walks and picnics.

Walking has become my new favorite exercise of choice because it’s so darn beautiful out… at least when it’s not raining! There’s something so beautiful about escaping to nature in the middle of bustling New York City!

Since it’s time to hit the trails, I wanted to come up with a delicious treat that you can easily pack in your pocket for a quick burst of energy when you need it!

Not to mention, I’m a snacker.

I know my body and I’m just not a 3 square meals per day kinda gal. If that’s you, and it works for you, then that’s great, but from my experience, most of my clients aren’t 3 meals a day with no snacks kinda people either.

Plus, time and time again when I ask you guys the types of recipes YOU want to see (you can always email me and let me know!), I hear SNACKS!

So I’m giving you whatchu WANT…

So how do you craft the perfect snack to keep you full and satisfied in-between meals?

While I have some preferred criteria for the most balanced snacks, I do like to say that if you’re realllllly craving something when snack time rolls around, that should be your guiding light (sort of speak) in directing your snack time choices.

So how do you create a good snack?

Think about what flavors and textures your craving – salty, sweet, umami, crunchy, chewy, etc.
Include at least 2 out of 3 major food groups (high fiber carbs, protein, and fat) for the most balanced and satisfying snack between meals
Have your snack with you in case of a snack-mergency!
Sit down and enjoy your snack without distractions – know that you’re eating your snack!

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But remember: there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to meals and snacks… breakfast for dinner, leftovers for a snack… they’re all on the table!

I’m pretty sure my latest creation fits the bill of the perfect snack… they’re chewy, with a little crunch (for all textures), they’re made with energy-boosting carbs, protein, and fats, and they’re totally portable for all snack-mergencies to be avoided!

When I was trying to use up the last of my pantry staples before our move, I threw all of these ingredients in my Vitamix (affil. link) and voila, my newest afternoon snack was born! You could probably substitute any nuts you have in the house as well, but I obviously made these nut-free, so they’re even safe for your kiddo’s lunchbox!

These Trail Mix Energy Bites are…

- Made with just 6 ingredients
- Easy to make in a food processor or blender
- Free from the top 8 food allergens
- Perfectly portable
- Packed with a balance of fiber, protein and healthy fats
- Filling
- No bake!

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So let’s whip ’em up…