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Walnut-Blueberry Oatmeal Energy Bites Recipe
How to make Walnut-Blueberry Oatmeal Energy Bites
About Walnut-Blueberry Oatmeal Energy Bites Recipe: Walnuts and blueberries take center stage in this nutrient-dense mini energy bite.
- Total Cook Time 55 mins
- Prep Time 10 mins
- Cook Time 45 mins
- Recipe Servings20
- Medium
Ingredients of Walnut-Blueberry Oatmeal Energy Bites
- 1 Cup walnuts (lightly toasted), chopped
- 1 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1 cup oatmeal (uncooked, regular or quick-cooking (not instant)
- 1/2 cup coconut (unsweetened), shredded
- 1/3 cup maple sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dried blueberries
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp water, boiled
How to Make Walnut-Blueberry Oatmeal Energy Bites
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and cover cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the walnuts, flour, oatmeal, coconut, maple sugar, cinnamon, cardamom and salt.
3.
Stir with a fork or whisk until completely mixed. Add the blueberries and stir to combine.
4.
Combine the maple syrup, olive oil and butter in a small saucepan.
5.
Place over medium heat and stir until the butter melts. In a small bowl, add the baking soda to the boiling water and stir to dissolve.
6.
Add to the syrup mixture and stir to blend; it will become very bubbly. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir vigorously to combine.
7.
Using a tablespoon and your hands, scoop up pieces of dough and press them into walnut-sized balls.
8.
Place about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets. With your fingers or the palm of your hand, flatten each ball slightly into a puck shape.
9.
Bake for 10 - 12 minutes, until the cookies have spread slightly and are golden brown around the edges.
10.
Cool for 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer the cookies to a rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Recipe Notes
This recipe comes together very quickly, so you can make a batch for now, or store them the freezer for later. That is if they make it from the oven to the freezer!