Get ready to fuel your day with our delectable Vegan Protein Oatmeal Bites! These bite-sized wonders are packed with wholesome ingredients that will provide a nourishing boost of energy. With a variety of add-ins to choose from, you can customize each bite to your liking.

To begin, prepare the oatmeal batter, a base that combines the goodness of old-fashioned oats with a touch of flax seeds for added nutritional value. In a small bowl, mix flax seeds with water.

Next, gather the remaining oatmeal batter ingredients. In a blender, combine the old-fashioned oats, pure vanilla extract, organic soymilk, mashed banana, iodized salt, baking soda, baking powder, pure maple syrup, creamy almond butter and ground cinnamon. Blending these ingredients together creates a smooth and luscious batter that forms the base of our protein-packed oatmeal bites.

Now comes the fun part – the add-ins! Personalize your oatmeal bites and enhance their flavor and texture. Fresh blueberries, sliced bananas and raspberries bring bursts of fruity sweetness. Diced apples add a crisp bite, while lemon zest imparts a refreshing tang.

The oatmeal bites bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, a process that takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Once baked, let them cool slightly before enjoying their delightful taste and texture.

These Vegan Protein Oatmeal Bites are not only a tasty treat but also a convenient and nutritious option. They make a perfect on-the-go snack, a satisfying breakfast bite or a pre- or post-workout boost. Packed with plant-based protein and the goodness of whole grains, these bites offer a nourishing and energizing option for any time of the day.

Prep Time:  10 minutes |  Cook Time:  20 minutes |  Total Time:  30 minutes |  Servings:  6

Ingredients:

Oatmeal Batter:

• 1 tablespoon  Simply Nature  Flax Seeds
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 cups  Millville  Old Fashioned Oats
• 2 teaspoons  Stonemill  Pure Vanilla
• ¼ cup  Simply Nature  Organic Original Soymilk
• 1 medium banana, mashed
• ¼ teaspoon  Stonemill  Iodized Salt
• 1 teaspoon  Baker’s Corner  Baking Soda
• ½ teaspoon  Baker’s Corner  Baking Powder
• 1 tablespoon  Specially Selected  100% Pure Maple Syrup
• ¼ cup  Simply Nature  Creamy Almond Butter
• ½ teaspoon  Stonemill  Ground Cinnamon

Add-Ins:

• fresh blueberries
• sliced bananas
• fresh raspberries
• diced apples
• lemon zest
• Baker’s Corner  100% Pure Canned Pumpkin*
• Baker’s Corner  Baking Cocoa
• Baker's Corner  Coconut Flakes*
• Southern Grove  Dried Mediterranean Apricots
• Southern Grove  Chia Seeds
• Southern Grove  Chopped Walnuts

*These are Seasonal items that are only in stores for a limited time and may no longer be available.

Directions:                                  

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. In a small bowl, combine flax seeds and water; mix thoroughly. Let stand 5 minutes or until mixture reaches an "egg-like" consistency.
3. Combine all ingredients in a blender, including flax "egg." Blend until smooth.
4. Line a mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners. Scoop 2 tablespoons batter into each lined muffin tin. Add desired add-ins. Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Recipe Courtesy of ALDI Test Kitchen