Golden Turmeric Energy Bites

energy-bites-with-tumericThis recipe is based on Megan Olson’s recipe here.  I made a few modifications including using peanut butter instead of almond butter (since I’m not Paleo) and using rice syrup instead of maple syrup (since I try to be really low in my fructose consumption).  Enjoy!

These anti-inflammatory Coconut Turmeric Energy Bites pack a delicious boost of protein and superfood nutrition!
Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond, peanut or coconut butter
  • 3/4 unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 4-6 tablespoons plant based protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 2-3 tablespoons of  rice syrup
  • 2 teaspoon of turmeric
Instructions

  • To a blender, add nut butter, ½ coconut flakes, almond butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, protein powder and turmeric.
  • Blend ingredients on high until evenly distributed.
  • Place the dough in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes to harden.
  • Remove the dough from refrigerator and roll into bite-sized balls about ½-inch in diameter.
  • Place balls on a plate that’s covered with parchment paper, then return to refrigerator for 3-4 hours.