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Healthy Vegan Snacks: Berry Bites, Chickpea Crunch, & Oatmeal Energy Bars


  • Total Time: 9 minute
  • Yield: 12 Berry Bites, 4 servings Chickpeas, 12-16 Energy Bars

Description

Discover a trio of delicious and healthy vegan snacks perfect for any time of day. These recipes are easy to bake and packed with flavor and nutrition.


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups oat flour
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup creamy almond butter
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup puffed rice cereal
  • ¼ cup chia seeds
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • For Berry Bites: Whisk oat flour, almond flour, maple syrup, applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla. Fold in berries. Spoon into mini muffin tin and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  • For Savory Roasted Chickpea Crunch: Drain and rinse chickpeas, pat very dry. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until crispy. Cool completely.
  • For Chewy Oatmeal Energy Bars: Combine almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla. Stir in rolled oats, puffed rice cereal, chia seeds, and salt. Press firmly into an 8×8 inch parchment-lined pan. Chill for at least 2 hours, then cut into bars.
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20-30 mins