energy yumminess.

I found a recipe for these "energy bites" from a blog I follow, blondeponytail. I could have just linked the page to here because it is the same recipe, but I wanted to share it too!

Minus the dark chocolate chips these are pretty safe for you paleo people out there! (Don't know what paleo is? check out ThePaleoDiet)

"ENERGY BITES"

>>1 bag of dates
>>1 cup of almonds
>>1/2 cup of dried cranberries
>>1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
>>1 scoop of Muscle Milk protein--Natural Chocolate (or your preference)

I meant to buy the 50% reduced sugar dried cranberries and will for sure next time!

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients (minus the protein) separately in a food processor. I did the almonds first because they were dry.
2. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl (again, minus the protein).
3. Take about a tablespoon size or tablespoon size and a half of mixture and roll into a ball. Continue until all the mixture is rolled into balls.
4. Dust each "energy bite" with the protein. This will help them stick and adds flavor.
5. Refrigerate and enjoy!

dates, cranberries, almonds & choc chips

roll bites in MM protein.

excuse the antique pan.

I made 19 of these on Sunday. It is now Wednesday and I have approximately 2 left (I only gave 1 to a friend). That is how GOOD they are. You will not be disappointed! Let me know what you think!

P.S. When I make these again this weekend I'll probably nix the choc chips because these are plenty sweet.