What I have for you today is a no-bake snack that is just right for on-the-go and loaded with real-food that will power you in between meals. They are practically guilt free, super simple to whip up in minutes and so darn delicious. Now i may need to warn that they are addictive, but at least they are better for you. Hope you enjoy creating your own spin on this simple snack treat.

 

 

The health benefits of high quality organic types of peanut butter includes reducing the risk of diabetes, heart diseases, cancers, degenerative nerve diseases and helps to control Alzheimer’s disease. Peanut butter is made from dry roasted peanuts. A healthy food, with moderation, which contains a vast amount of nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, mono-saturated fatty acids, folate, niacin, panthothanic acid, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin E, C and , sodium, magnesium, calcium and quite a few other important nutrients.

 

 

 

Besides from the great taste, it offers vital nutrients that are essential for the body. Here is a list below.

 

Rich source of protein

Antioxidant properties

Lowers cholesterol

Promotes healthy bone growth

Prevents type 2 diabetes

Constipation reliever

Good source of vitamins

Regulates glucose levels

High in potassium

Rich in dietary fiber

Prevents cancers

Prevents gall stones

 

 

WHAT KIND TO PURCHASE?

Make sure you READ those labels before buying. Organic is best. Make sure that it contains no hydrogenated fats, non-homogenized, no preservatives and sugar. Choose the kind that just contains dry roasted peanuts and salt. One of our favorites is ‘Teddie” all natural peanut butter. You will find it has a rich peanut butter flavor and plus it’s better for the environment as well. My boys love peanut butter and is used quite often so i make sure i am buying the right one for better health and wellness.

 

 

 

 

 

Now that we know the many benefits of this simple food item, let’s go on to the recipe below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERVING: about 20

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup peanut butter, organic

1/3 cup maple syrup, pure

1 cup rolled oats, organic

1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, non-GMO

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips, organic

2 tbsp golden flax seed meal,  organic

dash, sea salt

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients together until combined; mix well to evenly coat.

Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator to chill and set; for about 15 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator and shape into 1 inch round balls. You may want to wet your hands slightly to reduce stickiness. You store in an airtight container for up to a week or more in a cool spot of the refrigerator.

 

 

NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: calories 90; total fat 5.1g; sodium 31mg; potassium 94mg; total carbohydrates 9.5g; dietary fiber 1.6g; sugars 4.5g; protein 2.8g; calcium 1% and Iron 10%.

 

 

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