Almond Energy Balls

Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up, these no-bake chocolate and almond-flavored energy balls are a wonderful take on the Peanut Butter Energy Balls I published long ago. I love to keep these tucked away in the fridge for a quick treat. Enjoy!

Items used to make this recipe:

• pure vanilla extract https://amzn.to/3Xwh4kw

• pure almond extract https://amzn.to/4pQ81ad

• pure maple syrup https://amzn.to/4pfmxYY

• almond butter https://amzn.to/4ovUaEY

• no-sugar chocolate chips https://amzn.to/4iyyWF5

• old fashioned rolled oats https://amzn.to/4apCM0X

• unsweetened shredded coconut https://amzn.to/4orKR8L

• ground flaxseed https://amzn.to/48fL8a9

• organic black chia seeds https://amzn.to/48qQz4U

• nutribullet https://amzn.to/3XvXpkE

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Almond ENERGY BALLS

makes 20 walnut-sized balls

Printable Recipe

INGERDIENTS

• 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats (not instant or quick-cooking)

• 2/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (low sugar or regular)

• 1/2 cup ground flaxseed (see notes below)

• 1/2 cup almond butter

• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (see notes below)

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds

• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

• 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract

DIRECTIONS

1. Combine all ingredients together and chill for about 30 minutes before rolling into balls.

2. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

NOTES

• Ingredients can be mixed by hand, but I find it easiest to use a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.

• Low carb, sugar free, or carob chips may be substituted for the chocolate chips. I usually use Lily’s no sugar added chips.

• Honey or agave may be substituted for the maple syrup.

• I prefer to buy whole flaxseed and grind it myself using my NutriBullet or spice grinder.

Egg Bite Casserole

Oven-Baked Egg Bites are one of my favorite copycat recipes. I usually bake them in silicone muffin cups, but here I adapted the recipe to fit in a 9x9-inch casserole dish by scaling it up 50%. Love the faster prep and cleanup a casserole dish provides. Enjoy!

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Items used to make this recipe:

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• 9x9-inch casserole dish https://amzn.to/3Vn4NwY (stoneware, porcelain, or ceramic are my recommendations)

• baker’s joy baking spray https://amzn.to/40SD8oo

Egg Bite Casserole

makes one 9x9-inch casserole

Printable Recipe

INGREDIENTS

FILLING:

• 9 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 3 scallions, sliced

EGG MIXTURE:

• 6 large eggs

• 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

• 3/4 cup 4% cottage cheese

• 6 tablespoons heavy cream

• 1 1/2 tablespoons sriracha (or ketchup)

GARNISH:

• 2 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

• 3 scallions, sliced

DIRECTIONS

• Preheat oven to 400F and place rack in center position.

• Spray a 9x9-inch casserole dish with nonstick baking spray.

• Spread the bacon and 3 scallions over the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.

• In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, heavy cream, 4 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese, and sriracha.

• Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bacon and scallions.

• Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheddar cheese and scallions.

• Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through (a knife inserted in the center of the casserole should come out clean); remove from oven and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Note

• The casserole will puff up while baking, but it will settle down into a nice even layer as it cools.