An ideal snack for growing, sporty kids – these Quinoa Bites are so easy to make. Quinoa adds a nice texture, while providing an extra dose of protein.

For adults, these bites can be perfectly paired with quality espresso. Moreover, they freeze well and can be made using a variety of fruits that you and your family enjoy.

My favorite choice of options for the added items are: goji berries, grated apple with dark chocolate nibs, chopped apricots, raisins and unsweetened desiccated coconut.

Have fun experimenting until you find your favorite flavor and texture of Quinoa Bites!

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)

• 1 cup whole rolled oats

• ½ tsp. spice of choice (e.g. cinnamon, five spice, nutmeg)

• 2 tbsp. raw sugar (e.g. coconut palm, sucanat)

• A pinch of salt

• 1 cup chopped mixed fruit

• 2 eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl stir together quinoa, oats, sugar, salt, spice.
3. Stir in dried fruit mixture.
4. Lightly beat eggs and stir gently into mixture.
5. Spoon mixture into greased/sprayed mini-muffin tin.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

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^{This article was originally published on Health and Vitality blog and has been reposted on Executive Lifestyle with the permission of the author. 
Edited by Nedda Chaplin
Image credit: Cranberry almond oats energy balls from Shutterstock
Source: Adopted from a recipe seen on ‘www.superhealthykids.com’}

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