Cubie & Cubette's Cooking Club - How to Make Trail Mix Energy Bites

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers healthier fats, while sunflower seed butter is often less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique flavor, while agave syrup is typically cheaper.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and can replace nuts for those with allergies.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruit is lower in sugar, while raisins are often more affordable.

Combine oats, peanut butter, and honey in a large mixing bowl.

Stir in mixed nuts, dried fruit, chia seeds, and coconut flakes until evenly mixed.

Add vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture.

Roll each portion into a ball using your hands.

Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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