Chewy, naturally sweetened bites made with oats, honey, and seeds for convenient nut-free snacking.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup toasted sunflower seeds
03 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips, nut-free brand
05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, optional
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter
08 - 1/3 cup honey
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Preparation Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut if using, and salt. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate bowl, stir together the sunflower seed butter, honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
03 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until everything is evenly combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
04 - Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
05 - Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
