Ingredients
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 2 large lemons), freshly grated
1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
3 tablespoons almond butter
1/2 cup almond meal
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
Step by step
Add the oats, almond meal, almond butter, 1/4 cup of the unsweetened shredded coconut, chia seeds, honey, lemon zest, and poppy seeds to the KitchenAid® Ceramic Bowl of the KitchenAid® Stand Mixer fitted with the flat beater. Mix on low speed for a few seconds. Increase to medium speed and mix until completely combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Measure heaping tablespoon-sized balls and roll them into tightly packed rounds between your palms. If the dough crumbles rather than sticks together, add another tablespoon of honey and mix until combined.
With the remaining 1/4 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut in a small bowl, roll each ball in the coconut, pressing it firmly into the sides. Enjoy!
The energy bites will keep for up to a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator.