The Cozy Cottage

Looking for a great, protein-rich snack? Look no further because our Easy Oat Protein Bites, packed with hearty ingredients and 3.5 grams of protein, are sure to keep you energized throughout the day. Ingredients:  1 tbsp of water 1 tbsp of ground flax seeds 3 tbsp of maple syrup 3 tbsp of almond butter 1 cup of oats 2 squares of dark chocolate (optional) Steps: 1.  Preheat your oven to 350ºF. 2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out the oats on the pan. Bake your oats for 3-5 minutes, or until lightly toasted. 3. While your oats are in the oven, in a small bowl, combine the ground flax seeds and water, and let sit for 5 minutes.  4. After five minutes, combine the maple syrup, almond butter, oats, and flax mixture in a medium bowl. Stir until well combined. 5. Portion out 1 tablespoon disks of the oat mixture and place onto the same baking tray. You should have around 12 disks. Bake your bites in the oven for 5-10 minutes, or until dry to the touch. 6. ...