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Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bites

Brandi C

These Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bites are so easy to make.  I do, now, make them without any chocolate.  They taste good with or without it.  We just choose to eliminate as much sugar as possible.  The honey makes it plenty sweet enough.  These are great little energy bites (or protein bites).  I keep them in the fridge.  Rarely do I drizzle them with chocolate due to the mess.

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bites

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bites

If you’re craving a sweet treat that’s both nutritious and satisfying, these Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Bites are a perfect option! They’re easy to make, delicious, and packed with healthy ingredients. Drizzled with dark chocolate for an extra indulgence, these bites are sure to become a family favorite. Here’s how to make them:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup oats (use certified gluten-free oats if needed)

  • 1/2 cup flax

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • Dark chocolate chips (for drizzling or dredging)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Oats: To make the oats finer and have a smoother consistency, pulse them in a food processor for a few seconds.

  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, add the processed oats, flax, and honey. Stir everything together until it’s well combined.

  3. Form the Balls: Scoop out spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls. Place them on a piece of waxed paper.

  4. Flash Freeze: Place the balls in the freezer for about 5 minutes to firm up.

  5. Drizzle or Dredge with Chocolate: For a chocolate drizzle, melt the dark chocolate chips by placing them in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Microwave in small intervals, stirring after each one to prevent burning. Once melted, drizzle the chocolate over the chilled bites. Alternatively, you can dredge the balls in the melted chocolate.

  6. Flash Freeze Again: After adding the chocolate, flash freeze the bites for another 5 minutes to set the chocolate.

  7. Store: Once the chocolate has hardened, place the bites in a baggie or airtight container and freeze until you’re ready to enjoy!

Tips:

  • If you prefer, you can add chocolate chips directly to the mixture instead of drizzling the chocolate on top. However, I prefer to avoid too much sugar, and frozen chocolate chips can be tough on teeth.

  • These bites make a great snack, pre-workout energy boost, or sweet treat without any gluten!

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Homemade Granola

Brandi C

This Homemade Granola is a keeper.  I have been through many different granola recipes trying to nail the best one.  Hopefully, I have found the one that we will use the most!

Homemade Granola

Homemade Granola

12 c. oats

1/2 c. wheat germ (optional)

1/2 c. flax seed (optional)

4 T. brown sugar

1 T. cinnamon

Nuts (sunflower seeds, almonds, peanuts, etc.)

Dried fruit (cranberries, blueberries, bananas, apples, raisins, etc.)

1/2 c. whole wheat flour

Mix in a super large bowl.

Mix 1 c. oil and 1 c. honey in a smaller bowl.  Microwave for a minute and then pour over the dry ingredients.

Mix well.

Bake on a greased cookie sheet at 325 for 15-20 minutes.  I baked it on 2 separate cookie sheets and baked them one at a time.

Let cool completely.  Place in a gallon-sized baggie, quart jars, or something with an airtight seal.  I kept this in the refrigerator.  It kept for about a month.  Well, we used it up in a month.  My kids enjoyed this, especially H.

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This recipe saves money and is super healthy.  I hope you enjoy it.  It has taken several trials and errors to get this the way I wanted.  I have succeeded!

 

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Peanut Butter/Honey/Oat/Chocolate Ball

Brandi C

Peanut Butter/Honey/Oat/Chocolate Ball

Peanut Butter/Honey/Oat/Chocolate Ball

This Peanut Butter/Honey/Oat/Chocolate Ball recipe is so good, and it is excellent (and easy).  I take this to parties because it is simple and mess-free (eating-wise).  Healthy eating never tasted so freaking good!

For Your Information

This is a great way to get protein into your kid when they are having a “moment.”  FYI…when your child is melting, get them to drink some water and have a protein snack.  Their brains need the extra stuff to get back on track and to control those emotions.  **This goes for adults as well.**

I have always known that little tidbit, but I don’t think about it at the moment of hysteria.  Seriously, your kid is having a come apart, and you are supposed to remember to say, “Sally, you are crying and hysterical.  Let’s get a Slim Jim down the hatch with a cup of ice water and then you will be fine.”  LOL

Recipe

1 c. oats

1/2 c. chocolate chips (I buy the large Kroger brand gluten-free chips)

Peanut butter, 1/2 c. (gluten-free Kroger brand)

Ground flaxseed, 1/2 c.

1/3 c. honey

Directions

Mix in a large bowl.  Put in the fridge to chill.  Roll into balls.  Then, you can thank me.  Or, you can slap yo’ mama cause they are slap-worthy good.

These Peanut Butter/Honey/Oat/Chocolate Balls are a total game-changer. They’re perfect for a quick snack or for packing in a lunchbox for the kiddos. The best part? They’re no-bake and super simple to make! You mix everything together in a bowl, chill, roll them into balls, and you’re done! It’s one of those recipes that you can prep in minutes and enjoy for days. The combination of peanut butter, honey, oats, and chocolate hits all the right spots—sweet, salty, and satisfying. Plus, these energy-packed bites are great for those moments when you need a little extra fuel. I love knowing that it’s a healthier alternative to store-bought treats, and it’s easy to make ahead, so I always have a snack ready when hunger strikes. Keep these on hand, and you’ll never be far from a delicious pick-me-up.

Servings:  about 20

Calories:  120

 

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Kale Chips

Brandi C

Kale Chips

Kale Chips

1 large bag of kale (you can get the kind you pick off the stalk, but that’s a pain in the butt)

No stick spray

Kosher salt (some people use Seasoning Salt)

Directions

Preheat the oven 350.  Wash kale (if it isn’t prewashed) and pat dry.  Place on a cookie sheet.  Spray with no-stick spray.  Sprinkle with kosher salt.  Flip over the leaf and repeat the process.

Bake for 10 minutes.  Remove from the oven, flip and cook for another 10 minutes.

This is an easy, healthy, low-carb recipe that everyone will love.  Kale chips could replace traditional chips!  These are not very good the next day, as they get soggy or stale.  Also, they take on the consistency and taste of whatever you pack with them.  That is if you fill your lunch for school or work.  It never lasts too long at my house.  My kids and I will gobble them up quickly.  Nowadays, they make kale chips.  I prefer to make them because I know exactly what goes on in them.  There is nothing hidden.  I may even try to sprinkle some parmesan on them because who doesn’t love parmesan!

Kale chips are one of those surprisingly delicious snacks that make healthy eating fun. What I love about making them myself is that I get to control the ingredients. It’s a simple recipe that doesn’t require much effort, but the end result is crispy, salty, and satisfying. The key to getting them just right is to ensure they’re evenly coated with no-stick spray and salt. I love experimenting with different flavors, like adding a sprinkle of parmesan, or even a little garlic powder for an extra kick. Kale chips are perfect for anyone looking for a crunchy, low-carb alternative to traditional chips. They’re ideal for a quick snack or even a side dish to any meal. The best part? They’re always fresh when made at home, and they never last long in our house. The crispiness fades quickly, so you want to enjoy them as soon as they’re done.