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Hemp Seed Energy Bites {GF, Vegan, Low Cal}

January 25, 2017

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Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate and oat flour. High in omega-3 and low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

I find it ironic how everyone on the planet is doing a new “diet” right now and I’m over here posting muffins and energy bites. Any time I’m on Instagram or Facebook, someone’s doing the latest detox, Paleo, Vegan, whatever diet thing. Whole30 is a big one in January. I guess it makes sense because everyone’s detoxing from the holiday sugar high and Whole30 is all about cutting out the sugar.

This is ironic to me because if everyone just enjoyed food in moderation and not in peaks and valleys then they wouldn’t have to go to extremes of doing these type of diets. Think about it. What’s going to happen when you get off Whole30? Most likely you’re going to indulge in everything you’ve been restricting in your diet.

Exactly why I don’t believe in dieting. It’s too easy to end up on a rollercoaster of eating and restricting, which is much worse than just eating a little of everything you want in moderation all the time.

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

In fact, when I tell people the story of how I lost 80 pounds. I always stress to people how I ate a granola bar, Kashi chocolate chip cookie and single serve ice cream everyday. People’s jaws literally drop when I tell them that because they don’t associate weight loss with those things.

Don’t get me wrong. I believe there can be incredible value in trying some of these diets. Primarily for those who’ve been eating a processed foods diet for a long time or having specific GI issues or food intolerances.

They can give you a lot of insight into what’s causing you problems, and in the case of Whole30, it’s a forced sugar detox (similar to a drug) so you don’t crave it as strongly.

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

If people just ate healthy most of the time and worked out consistently they wouldn’t need to go to these extremes. Unfortunately our society has become one of extremes and therefore, most people’s lifestyles have fallen into this trap with their diet.

This is exactly why I created my group coaching program so people can learn how to eat real food instead of doing these theme park experiments with their bodies. If you’re interested in learning more, schedule a free consult to discuss your goals!

Some food for thought….speaking of food, let’s chat about these hemp seed energy bites!

The recipe was originally published in 2015 and getting a much needed face lift! These healthy snacks are just too darn good to not share with good pictures. They’re a regular staple in my meal rotations. I love having them on hand for a quick grab ‘n’ go snack.

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

These Hemp Seed Energy Bites are nutritionally balanced too! Why is that important? To keep blood sugar from spiking when you eat treats, it’s important to balance the sugar with protein, fiber and healthy fats. Lost? Here’s what I mean.

Creamy nut butter (healthy fat & protein), oat flour (healthy carbs & fiber), crunchy hemp hearts (healthy omega-3’s) and chocolatey goodness (antioxidants). Got it? Good! Now let’s roll some bites and nourish our bodies with some real food instead of doing crazy roller coaster diets.

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

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Hemp Seed Energy Bites

Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate and oat flour. High in omega-3 and low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

Author Skinny Fitalicious
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigerate 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12 bites
Calories 125 kcal
Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Gluten Free oat flour
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/8 cup hemp hearts divided
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 cup mini chocolate chips dairy free
  • dash of sea salt
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. To a mixing bowl, add nut butter, maple syrup, oat flour, salt and vanilla extract. Combine with a spoon until ingredients are fully combined. 

  2. Divide the batter into 12 equal portions then roll each portion into bite-sized balls. 

  3. Place hemp seeds on a plate and roll balls over to coat.

  4. Place bites on a plate lined with parchment paper then add mini chips to each bite be pressing 3-4 chips firmly into each one.
  5. Refrigerate 2-3 hours to harden before enjoying. Refrigerate up to a 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

Recipe Notes

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Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword almond butter, chocolate, dairy free, energy bite, gluten free, gluten free oats, healthy, hemp seed, low calorie snack, oats, snack, vegan

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Nutrition facts per serving (1bite)
Calories 125 kcal
Fat 7.6 g
Saturated Fat 1.2 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 0.2 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Carbohydrates 10.6 g
Fiber 2.6 g
Sugar 2.2 g
Protein 4.8 g
Vitamin A 0 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 0 %
Iron 0 %

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Hemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate & oat flour. High in omega-3 & low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + VeganHemp Seed Energy Bites made with creamy nut butter, chocolate and oat flour. High in omega-3 and low in sugar, a healthy 125 calorie snack perfect for on the go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

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Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.

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  1. Michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    October 30, 2015 at 2:48 am

    I’m the same with Halloween but because my birthday’s right before! Now of course it’s all about the kids 🙂 I’ll have to try something like this with my hemp hearts.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      Our birthdays are close together!

      Reply
  2. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    October 30, 2015 at 3:42 am

    Always a fan of hemp seeds!!
    I feel so bad for people who have birthdays close to Christmas…that is the worst! (You get so ripped off! Hahaha!)

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:42 pm

      Very true! I would not want a Christmas birthday.

      Reply
  3. Susie @ Suzlyfe says

    October 30, 2015 at 4:06 am

    My version of a Halloween Movie? HARRY FREAKING POTTER.
    I don’t like scary movies. At all. I don’t care how silly they are.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:42 pm

      Haha, I’m not a fan either.

      Reply
  4. rachel @ athleticavocado says

    October 30, 2015 at 5:28 am

    im not a huge fan of halloween either, its way too overrated! these energy balls would make a great pre workout snack!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      Overrated and overly sugared!

      Reply
  5. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    October 30, 2015 at 7:37 am

    You don’t like Halloween?! It’s my favorite!!! How about you do this race for me so I can celebrate Halloween? 😉

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      Ha! I don’t think you want me racing for you.

      Reply
  6. amber says

    October 30, 2015 at 9:51 am

    These look amazing! Check out my blog for some great vegan and gluten free recipes!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says

    October 30, 2015 at 10:26 am

    These definitely look like a tasty snack! I need to try these hemp hearts!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 30, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      You must try them Janelle!

      Reply
  8. Michaell | Foodscape says

    October 30, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    Oh my goodness I’ve met my other half! I thought I was the only one to genuinely doesn’t like Halloween and everything scary it represents. I definitely have my share of embarrassing stories and feel equally dysfunctional at not being able to handle it. But on a high note, these Energy Bites look delectable! And I love hemp seeds 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 31, 2015 at 5:49 am

      We are certainly a minority! Hope you have an “unspooky” day.

      Reply
  9. jill conyers says

    October 30, 2015 at 4:01 pm

    What an awesome idea for hemp seeds. Have a wonderful weekend Megan.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      October 31, 2015 at 5:49 am

      Thanks Jill, you too!

      Reply
  10. Sheena @ Paws and Pavement says

    October 31, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  11. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    November 2, 2015 at 10:54 am

    YUM!!! I have a bunch of hemp hearts, so looks like I need to make these 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      November 2, 2015 at 11:32 am

      You won’t be disappointed girl!

      Reply
  12. Mary Truelove says

    November 2, 2015 at 11:07 am

    I am a fan of Hemp Hearts. I love to win a bag to make these delicious Hemp Seed Energy Bites. Thank you for the recipe to try. My other Truelove is the love of Hemp Hearts no lie.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      November 2, 2015 at 11:35 am

      They sure are delicious little seeds!

      Reply
  13. Lauren | The Oatmeal Artist says

    November 28, 2015 at 8:10 am

    Hello! I’ve included this recipe in my list of oat-tastic recipes to check out in my Saturday round-up. Don’t worry: it’s simply a link that takes my readers to your fantastic blog. 🙂 Check it out! http://wp.me/p57tL9-1ks

    Have a great weekend!

    Lauren / The Oatmeal Artist

    Reply
    • Megan says

      November 28, 2015 at 11:45 am

      Thank you for the link love Lauren 🙂

      Reply
  14. Carla says

    January 25, 2017 at 4:27 am

    OK it is not overstating in the slightest – – I’m shouting 🙂 – – but these are my dream. Hemp flax Chia my favorites. I may toss in a few extra stops 🙂 I’ll let you know how it goes!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      January 25, 2017 at 5:57 pm

      You’ll have to let me know what extras you use. I will want to try!

      Reply
  15. Kelli Shallal says

    January 25, 2017 at 8:39 am

    When I lost weight I ate 100 calorie pack everything, eventually I learned whole foods were more filling, finding the balance is key!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      January 25, 2017 at 5:58 pm

      I did a lot of that too. Some are okay, like the almonds or walnuts. They prevent me from eating too many at once! So it depends which ones we’re talking about.

      Reply
  16. Blair says

    January 25, 2017 at 10:46 am

    No diets around here either! I have all of the ingredients on hand for these little bites…I think they need to happen ASAP!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      January 25, 2017 at 6:00 pm

      You will love these! They’re like mini candy bars.

      Reply
  17. Emily says

    January 26, 2017 at 5:34 am

    I can’t do oats. Is there another type of gluten free flour I can substitute that’s ok to eat raw?

    Reply
    • Megan says

      January 26, 2017 at 8:41 am

      almond flour or Gluten Free Baking Flour should work!

      Reply

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