Grain-Free Energy Bites

The ingredients in this recipe was originally designed to be a cereal, but it made too much for me, and I really enjoy having a warm breakfast rather than a cold one. In the morning, our digestive fire is ready to go for the day. That fire helps to break down the nutrients in our food so our body can begin to absorb its goodness to sustain us for the days events. That’s why it’s better to have a warm breakfast rather than a cold one. The cold puts out the fire and the body has to warm the food back up to break it down. But, having already made the muesli, I decided to go a step further an create an energy bite. It’s a great snack for midday or on the go and is paleo friendly.

Grain-Free Energy Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almonds

• 1 1/3 cups pumpkin seeds

• 3/4 cup sunflower seeds

• 1/4 cup sesame seeds

• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut

• 1 cup either flax seed or chia seeds (or a mixture of both)

Place all of the above ingredients in a food processor until chopped and blended. Place into a large mixing bowl.

Add:

• 3/4 cup almond butter

• 1/3 cup tahini

• 1/2 cup honey

Combine until all ingredients stick together. Refrigerate for about an hour then using a tablespoon, scoop and roll into balls. Keep refrigerated. Enjoy!