These little balls are so tasty, they might be motivation enough for you to work up a sweat. The sweet potato adds natural sweetness and good nutrition. The mixture will be quite moist when rolled, but the oats and flax will draw out some of the moisture when the mixture is chilling in the refrigerator.
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Sweet Potato-Oat Energy Bites
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Instructions
- Place sweet potato in steamer basket set in pot with at least 1 inch of water. Bring water to a boil and steam sweet potato until fork tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. Alternatively, you can also boil the sweet potato until tender.
- Place pecans, oats, and dates in food processor container and process until finely chopped. Add sweet potato, flaxseed, honey or maple syrup, orange zest, allspice, and salt to container and blend until mixture clumps together.
- Using damp hands, form mixture into 1 inch balls. You should get about 16 balls.
- Spread coconut out on plate. Roll balls in coconut and chill in refrigerator to help balls firm up. Keep chilled until ready to use.
Recipe Notes
The energy boost
Oats are a great source of slow-digesting complex carbs, which can help you power through a workout (or your workday).
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato-Oat Energy Bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200
Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g
20%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Sodium 48mg
2%
Total Carbohydrates 26g
9%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 16g
Protein 3g
6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
