Introducing, your new favorite healthy snack. My Samoa Cookie Protein Bites are loaded with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you full all day, while tasting like the delicious Samoa Cookies that you know and love (you know which ones!) This recipe yields 8-12 bites that come together in a matter of minutes, so you can have a delicious, healthy snack ready for you any time!
Ingredients
- ½ Cup Shredded Unsweetened Coconut
- ⅔ Cup Creamy Cashew Butter
- ¼ Cup Maple Syrup
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- ½ Teaspoon Almond Extract
- ⅓ Cup Blanched Almond Flour
- ¼ Cup Ground Flaxseed Meal
- 2 Scoops Collagen Peptides OR Unflavored Protein Powder
- ½ Cup Mini Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 400 F.
- Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and toss your unsweetened shredded coconut on top.
- Toast your coconut for 7-9 minutes or until it turns a light, golden brown. Then, remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, add half of the toasted coconut, along with the rest of the ingredients and stir everything together well, making sure the ingredients are fully incorproated.
- Next, using a cookie scoop or spoon, form bite-sized balls of dough.
- Sprinkle the remaining toasted coconut over the bites, eat, and enjoy!
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg
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