Aussie protein bites
I am so addicted to these Aussie protein bites I don’t know why I didn’t post the recipe before. I was able to double the batch this time around and made the bites using pistachios and dried cranberries instead of my original recipe.
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I have also used quinoa to make these bites in the past but this time I skipped the quinoa. Instead, I used more rolled oats and the recipe worked beautifully.
I have seen many versions of the Aussie bites also use flaxseed meal as well as chia seeds. Don’t get me wrong, I love both of these ingredients but I just don’t like using them when they require baking. Their healthy oils become rancid upon heating and their nutritional properties are therefore lost.
These bites are great for on the go, however, I normally have them for breakfast with a smoothie. I love how they keep me full for quite a while.
I have an extremely sweet tooth thus making all my sweet treats allows me to control the amount of sweetener I add to them. For this treats I was able to use Truvia® Natural Sweetener. If you are concerned with your calorie intake and sugar content, especially when it comes to consuming sweet treats, using Truvia will help you manage these. Truvia is a natural, zero calorie sweetener made from the stevia leaf so it is a win win situation, after all, “life with less sugar is just as sweet.”
These Aussie protein bites are also great for freezing. If you would like to double the batch, like I did, and freeze some of them they will keep in your freezer for at least 1 month. I have only done this once before since they don’t last much in my house.
Anyways, I hope you get to make these awesome Aussie protein bites. They are just plain sensational and way better than store bought.
Enjoy!
PrintAussie protein bites
Miryam's original recipe
Yield: 11-12 bites
Ingredients:
- 3 cups rolled oats, gluten free
- 1/2 cup raw pistachios
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 ripe banana, puree
- 2 tsp Truvia spoonable
- 1 tsp aluminum free baking powder
- pinch of salt
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350 F. Spray a muffin baking pan with oil. Set aside.
Add the pistachios, coconut, apricots and dried cranberries in your food processor and pulse until they are fine. Add the remainder of the ingredients and pulse until the mixture starts to come together.
With your fingers, press about 2-3 tbsp onto each firmly to pack and flatten each muffin space.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the sides begin to brown. Let the bites cool in the pan at least 15 minutes before releasing them from the pan.
Enjoy!
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I’m so glad you posted this recipe! I love it!
We always gobble up a package of Aussie bites in a couple of days. I love the option of having a homemade version on hand!
I just used the Truvia Honey Nectar last month. It was so good!
These sound awesome! I love that they’re loaded with so many great ingredients!
I LOVE these muffins! They are amaaazing!!
Oh my gosh! My husband would LOVE these after training for his road races!
These really do sound to die for!
Can you do this without baking? Leave out the baking powder and replace stevia with honey?
I think yes :-)
Have two sons in college athletics that need to gain or maintain weight. These are perfect travel and after practice/workout snacks for them.
What are your suggestions to ADD to the cal/nutritional count on these?
I think adding more almond or peanut butter would add protein and calories. To sweet it you can also use maple syrup if you don’t have a banana and Truvia. You can use about 1/3 cup or a tad more. If you use the maple syrup and nut butter it would mix well with the other ingredients. Just make sure the mixture is cohesive and sticks together before you bake it to make sure it comes out good!
As an Aussie, YAY! I LOVE MY COUNTRY! As a foodie, YAY! THESE LOOK AMAZING! As a fitness nut, YAY! I’M HUNGRY!
…I know what I’m making for my afternoon snacks next week! :D
Replaced pistachios with almonds and used coconut sugar instead and they were amazing!
Such an interesting combination! These are totally right for my current diet xo
– Natalie Ellis
Hello .. I’m curious if u can add chocolate for a chocolate flavor? What chocolate should I use?
I would add mini dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate :-)
I just made a double batch of another recipe. IAdded chocolate and peanut butter chips. I like your recipe especially the addition of nut butter, nuts and banana. thanks