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Nutty Collagen Protein Bites! These no bake energy bites are loaded with healthy fat and protein! Chewy, slightly sweet and customizable to any nuts you like, these make a great breakfast or snack.
In case you didn’t notice, it’s snack attack on SF this week! Low Carb Peanut Butter Coolies and today, Nutty Collagen Protein Bites! I love a good protein packed snack like these Nutty Collagen Protein Bites too. While I try not to snack much, there’s always those “oh crap” moments when you need something fast and quick.
You know those mornings when you realize you have to bring coffee to the office for a meeting, have carpool duty, or for whatever reason don’t have time to grab breakfast?
Then you’re stomach’s growling at 10 am screaming at you to eat something. Those are the “oh crap” moments that get people in trouble most. They’re more likely to turn to sugar for quick energy.
I always coach my weight loss clients to have a plan for those moments because you have to have a plan when eating healthy. These Nutty Collagen Protein Bites are great for those “oh crap” moments. Have them on standby in the fridge or the freezer so you can run with them out the door.
I used collagen to make these. It’s such an easy way to build more protein in your diet, which a lot of people don’t get enough of. I still get a lot of questions about what collagen is. Collagen is the most important protein in your body.
It’s what makes up your nails, hair, skin, ligaments and tendons. The only I buy is easy to digest. I add it to many of my foods and liquids. You can’t taste it so even picky eaters won’t detect it.
Perfect for breakfast or a snack. They’re balanced with carbs, protein, healthy fat and fiber. Only 1 gram of sugar and 88 calories each. My work here is done!
Want more healthy energy bite recipes! Try these Healthy Chocolate Cranberry Bliss Bites, Almond Butter Energy Bites, Carrot Cake Bites, Turmeric Protein Bites, Hemp Seed Energy Bites, Zucchini Chocolate Bites, Healthy Pumpkin Bites, and Peanut Butter Protein Balls next!
Nutty Collagen Protein Bites
Ingredients
- 2 scoops collagen
- 1/2 cup creamy almond butter, or any nut butter
- 1/3 cup cashews, raw
- 1/3 cup almonds, raw
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk, or milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
Instructions
- Pulse the almond and cashews in a blender until it resembles a granola-like texture.
- Then transfer to a mixing bowl and combine with the remaining ingredients. Roll into 1-1/4 inch balls and place on a plate.
- Set in the refrigerator to set 30 minutes then enjoy. Keep in the refrigerator or freezer up to 30 days.
Notes
- My Amazon shop has more products similar to those used for this recipe and that I recommend to my weight loss clients.
- If you love this recipe, check out my low calorie cookbook too!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
how many GRAMS of collagen? I don’t use your brand.
would gelatin powder work?
No, gelatin would not work. That only works to thicken things like sauces. I don’t measure grams so I can’t tell you exactly. I would start with 1/4 cup of collagen and see how it comes together. I’m guessing you could use up to 1/3 cup, but again depends on your collagen brand.
These sound like a perfect little on the go snack!
Thank you!