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High Protein Trail Mix Bites: The Ultimate Homemade Energy Snack

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These no-bake, high-protein trail mix bites combine crunchy nuts, seeds, and dried fruit with natural binding agents like peanut butter and honey. A customizable, sugar-free energy booster for hiking, gym sessions, or snacking.

  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
0.5 cup sliced almonds
0.5 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
1/3 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon shredded coconut flakes

Instructions

Combine oats, almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, chia seeds, and coconut in a large bowl.
Add peanut butter and honey, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
Using 2 tablespoons per bite, roll into 12 equal round balls.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving to firm the texture.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Substitute almond butter for peanut butter if preferred.
Add cacao nibs, dried mango, or blackberries for tropical variation.
Best made with unsweetened dried fruit to control natural sugar content.

  • Author: Justin
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: High Protein Snacks
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg