snack

Oat and Dark Chocolate Energy Bites

PreconceptionAmericanEasyServes 210 min

Rolled oats, mashed banana, and dark chocolate chips rolled into bite-sized balls.

These easy snack bites lean into steady, slow-burning complex carbohydrates from rolled oats and bananas to support her blood sugar and mood as progesterone levels rise during the luteal phase. Bananas and dark chocolate also deliver a gentle bump of vitamin B6 and magnesium to further ease luteal mood swings. For him, the dark chocolate chips and chia seeds sneak in valuable antioxidants and essential fatty acids to protect developing sperm from cellular stress on their 74-day journey.

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One serving≈490 kcal · 14 g protein

Calories490 kcal

Protein14 g

Carbs61 g · 20.2g sugar

Fat23 g · 6.9g sat

Fiber11 g

Sodium192 mg

Folate46 mcg DFE

Iron4.3 mg

Calcium85 mg

Choline50 mg

Iodine8.4 mcg

Zinc3 mg

from its ingredients

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1 ripe banana, mashed
3 tbsp peanut butter
¼ cup dark chocolate chips
1 tbsp chia seeds
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Method

1In a medium bowl, thoroughly mash the banana with a fork until smooth.
2Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
3Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, and dark chocolate chips. Mix until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms.
4Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll tightly into balls using your hands.
5Place the bites in an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set before eating.

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