Loading up on a hefty dose of the white stuff isn’t really exactly the best way to commence your morning. Baked items like scones and fast breads tend to be large in sugar and body fat, so if you happen to be craving a homemade deal with from the oven, then bake up a batch of these oatmeal breakfast bites. They are sweetened with banana and a contact of maple syrup, but every single chewy chunk has only 2.6 grams of sugar and .three grams of saturated body fat.
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Who wants to turn on the oven in this heat? If you’re craving a sweet, cookie-like snack that’s high in protein and flavor but don’t want the hassle (and temperature) of an oven, then whip up these quick and easy almond butter apricot bites. And just like these peanut butter balls, there’s no baking required. All you need is a handful of ingredients and a food processor, and you’re set.
This vegan treat is perfect for snacking before a workout but is sweet enough to satisfy your dessert cravings.
Keep reading to find out how to make this simple recipe and to find out the calories in one bite.
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Ingredients
1 cup raw almonds
1 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
10 dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Directions
- Place the almonds, raisins, and cinnamon in a food processor. Turn on until mixed thoroughly into a smooth, thick almond butter paste, about three minutes or so. Turn off the food processor.
- Add the chopped apricots and pulse for 30 seconds, and then add the coconut and pulse for another 10 seconds.
- Remove the dough and place it on a cutting board or counter that’s covered in a piece of plastic wrap. Pull up the plastic on either side and begin to press it together to form one large square, keeping the layer of plastic between your hands and the dough to prevent sticking.
- Wrap up the square and place it in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes. This will make it easier to cut.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the square into 25 smaller squares.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the fridge.
Makes 25 bites.
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I’m crazy for quinoa and crazy for pizza. Put them together, and you get a nutritious treat featuring the goodness of the whole grain packed with fiber and protein and a savory, gluten-free snack.
The original recipe calls for pepperoni, but being a vegetarian I substituted diced cherry tomatoes for a sweet juiciness that complemented the basil and oregano. Whip these up for a flavorful nibble for your next party appetizer or as a hearty afternoon snack.
Continue reading for the simple recipe and to find out how many calories are in one pizza bite.
Adapted from SoVeryBlessed.com
Ingredients
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 large eggs
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pizza sauce for dipping
Directions
- Place the quinoa and two cups of water in a covered pot. Bring to boil and then simmer for 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix together all ingredients, except pizza sauce, in a medium mixing bowl.
- Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (one heaping tablespoon each), and press down gently to compact.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Serve warm with sauce for dipping.
Makes 24 mini muffin bites.
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Here’s the nutritional info for one pizza bite. If you enjoy three for a snack it’s 144 calories, 2.1 grams of fiber, and 8.4 grams of protein.
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: What causes weight recently? When I eat food, I am overwhelmed a few bites. Why?
Recently, I’ve lost 10 pounds, and I think that this is due to the dinner that you have made recently, shortly after the bites do not know what causes this feeling of the whole problem? I am not sick or uncomfortable, and I’m not under pressure. I do not know what the reason for that? I have an appointment to see a doctor, but I do not know what causes this feeling of fullness, just a few bits of food, if anyone has any ideas.
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The answer by Tiffany B,
medicine works? Has begun to any one of you in the past few months already? Change in the place where you live? (And thus change the water). This may be a lot of things really.
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FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle came up with this special cookie for Valentine’s Day; she posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group.
Tied with a festive pink ribbon and a little love, I’m hoping these cookies will be perfect for Valentine’s Day. The whole-grain oats, nuts, and cherries in these cookies add heartiness, while the melted dark-chocolate chunks deliver bursts of richness. The chia seeds pack a nutty punch, and they are rich in fiber and omega-3s, too - perfect for supporting vibrant hair and skin during these cold weeks of February.
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