Spiced Pistachio & Dried Apricot Energy Bites
15min
10min
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Chef's Note
For the best flavor development, toast the pistachios until they're just golden - this enhances their natural oils and creates a more complex flavor profile. These energy bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
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Ingredients
20 g shelled pistachios
25 g dried apricots
15 g vanilla protein powder
15 g rolled oats
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp cardamom
1/8 tsp ginger powder
1/4 tsp orange zest
1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Spread 20g of pistachios on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- 2
Allow the toasted pistachios to cool completely, then pulse in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Reserve 1 teaspoon for coating.
- 3
Add 25g of dried apricots to the food processor with the chopped pistachios and pulse until the apricots are finely chopped and begin to form a paste with the nuts.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add 15g of vanilla protein powder, 15g of rolled oats, 1 tsp of honey, 1/4 tsp of cinnamon, 1/8 tsp of cardamom, 1/8 tsp of ginger powder, 1/4 tsp of orange zest, and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add 1/2 teaspoon of water at a time until it holds together when pressed.
- 6
Using clean hands, portion the mixture into 4 equal parts and roll into balls.
- 7
Roll the energy bites in the reserved chopped pistachios to coat the outside.
- 8
Place the energy bites on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
264
17g
30g
9g
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