1/3 cup Florida honey
1 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
1/2 cup nut butter (sunflower, peanut, cashew, or almond)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4-1 cup add-ins (such as chocolate chips, dried fruits, seeds or unsalted nuts)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
If using any large dried fruit (such as dates) chop into small pieces by hand or food processor and set aside. In a large bowl (or stand mixer), add Florida honey, oats, nut butter, vanilla, and salt and mix until thoroughly combined. Add in your choice of additional ingredients (hemp or chia seeds, nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips) and mix once more. If the mixture is too loose add in additional oats as needed 1 tablespoon at a time. If the mixture seems to dry add 1 tablespoon of water at a time. Scoop desired amount using a tablespoon or small ice-cream scoop and begin rolling the energy bites with your hands. If mixture becomes too sticky you can dip your fingertips into water. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Fresh tip: to make this vegan swap out the honey for maple syrup and use appropriate vegan add-ins as desired.
Sunflower butter is a safe alternative butter for people with nut allergies.
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