Wild Orange Power Bites with Wild Orange Essential Oil

Sometimes, you just need a little pick-me-up in between meals. We all get a little snacky, even when eating three well-rounded meals a day and doing our best to maintain an energetic, active lifestyle! Snacking healthy doesn’t have to taste like cardboard, either. Grab something protein-packed and made with whole, good-for-you ingredients, with just enough sweetness to satisfy your sweet tooth. But why stop there? Make it an essential oil snack while you’re at it so you can get all the benefits of essential oils in one yummy, sustainable bite. Our Wild Orange Power Bites are a tasty snack complete with the bright flavor and aroma of Wild Orange essential oil. The best part about them is that they only take five minutes to make—and they’ll probably be gone just as quickly. 

SUPPLIES

• 1 cup finely shredded coconut
• 1 cup almond butter
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup raw honey
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 3 drops Wild Orange oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place all ingredients into mixer, reserving one half cup of the shredded coconut in a separate bowl.
2. Add Wild Orange essential oil and mix until completely combined.
3. Shape mixture into balls, then roll each ball in the reserved shredded coconut to coat.
4. Store in the refrigerator in between snacks! 

This recipe yields about 15 health-conscious, energy-boosting bites. Snack on these Wild Orange Power Bites as an alternative to munching on junk food or sweets, or anytime you need an extra boost of energy—think mid-morning or pre-workout. Plus, they’re great on-the-go! Pack a few for the road, or sneak them into the kids’ backpacks as a yummy school snack to keep them satisfied until lunch. However your family prefers to snack, there’s no going back after trying a bite that packs this much goodness. 
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