Foodie Friday: Apple Pie Protein Bites

Since making Lindsay’s PB coconut trail mix healthy bites a while back, I’ve loved keeping them in the freezer and popping a couple in the morning before my workout or throughout the day if I need a little something sweet. I’m not a fan of eating a full breakfast before a workout; something light does the trick when my stomach is grumbling! And even though they lasted a while, I recently ran out. The worst.

I loved them so much that I decided I’d try my own take on the recipe with some different ingredients I had in my pantry this time around. Musselman’s big cups and apple walnut granola? Boom. These babies were born!

Apple Pie Protein Bites

Makes 32 bites
Adapted from Peanut Butter Coconut Trail Mix Healthy Bites

Ingredients
– 1/3 cup coconut flour* [I used Bob’s Red Mill]
– 1/3 cup almond meal*
– 1 scoop vanilla protein powder* [I used About Time Whey]
– 1/3 cup nut butter [I used PB&Co.’s The Bees Knees]
– 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce [I used Musselman’s]
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/2 tsp sea salt
– 1/4 cup Love Grown Foods Apple Walnut Delight granola

Directions
In a large bowl, add all ingredients except the granola. Mix until everything is almost full incorporated and then add the granola. Continue mixing until the granola is evenly distributed throughout. Depending on the protein powder and nut butter you use, you may want to add a little more applesauce as you’re mixing.

Using a 1/2 tbsp measuring spoon, measure out your bites and roll into balls. Place in an airtight container in the freezer.

*Note: you can use all coconut flour or almond meal but start with 1/4 cup applesauce and add more slowly. I wouldn’t use 100% protein powder as the texture will be off.

*These ingredients can be found on iHerb.com. Use code ZAF482 to receive $5 off of your first order.

 

Nutritional Information
Per 1/2 tbsp bite

32 Calories / 2g Fat / 3g Carbs / 1g Fiber / 1g Sugar / 2g Protein

You should also note that Nathan not only told me he like these bites but thought they were “really tasty!” To which I said “great! Now that you like them, I’ll let you know there’s protein powder in ’em.” Ha. Got him! 😉

Food for Thought

What is your favorite flavor combination?

My Favorite Workout Gear

A few weeks ago I was contacted by Fit Plus Wear about reviewing their Sound Solution compression capris. When I checked out the pants on their website, I immediately loved the idea—an inner pocket on the side of the pants that holds your phone—no need for an arm band!

When it comes to workout gear, it took me a little while, but I really have learned that the pants are the piece that you want to invest in. How annoying is it when you’re working out and pulling your pants up every 5 minutes? Exactly. A good pair of compression pants just can’t be beat. And I loved these from the minute I put them on.

I’m really sorry if you’re feeling jealous of my professional pictures. That’s what happens when I ask Nathan to take pictures as he’s running out the door to work. And less than an hour after I woke up ha!

Anywho, these pants do. Not. Move. I’m telling you, I could run a marathon [yea, right!] and they wouldn’t budge. They’re also on the higher-waisted side—they hit right below my belly button—which I love. Plus, my Samsung Galaxy, which is a decently large phone, fits great in the side pocket and is completely out of the way. They fit true to size too, but they do have a size chart on their website if you have any questions when ordering.

Can you tell I think you should order a pair? The cherry on topis the discount code they provided for my readers. Just enter 2HE90CGR5Y4U at checkout for 20% off!

Tops

The pink top that I’m wearing is also one of my favorite pieces. I got it from a Gap clearance about 2 years ago and it’s still holding up! Obviously they don’t have that top anymore, but I’d venture to say that the Motion Racer Tank is a good one too.

A couple of weeks ago, I won an awesome giveaway from Brittany that included Musselmans Big Cups and a $25 Nike gift card. The gift card was spent almost immediately on one of my new favorite long sleeves.

The Dri-FIT Knit Epic Training Crew is so light and comfortable. The top 1/4 of the shirt is a more breathable mesh which I think is great for running. There is also a wider band at the bottom that hits right around the hips and really holds it in place. Bonus: it’s on sale! I’m not big on paying $80 for a workout top, but seeing that it was on sale and having the gift card made it a no-brainer for me.

Shoes

Finally, I’m loving my Brooks.

I was psyched to find these shoes at Marshalls for $40 and they’re really holding up well. And not only do I wear them almost everyday to the gym, but I wear them to work when I’m on my feet for hours at a time. I tried on tons of shoes before I found these and I’d definitely get these again.

Food for Thought

What’s your favorite piece of workout gear?
Do you splurge on certain pieces?