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Seed Cycling Energy Bites (Luteal Phase)

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Seed Cycling energy bites made of sunflower and sesame seeds to help support hormone balance the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle (days 15-28). These snack bites are low in sugar and boosted with protein for a satisfying snack and to keep blood sugar stable.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup sesame seeds

1/2 cup quick oats

1/4 cup collagen peptides (or plant-based protein powder)

1/2 cup almond butter

5 Medjool dates

2 tablespoons filetered water

1 teaspoon vanilla

pinch of salt

Instructions

  1.  Start by grinding the seeds in a spice grinder or a high speed blender. This ensure they are completely broken down into a fine flour (1/2 cup of whole seeds yields 3/4 cup ground).
  2. Transfer the ground seeds to the bowl of your food processor. Add in the oats, collagen or protein powder, and dates. Processes until the dates are completely broken down.
  3. Add almond butter, vanilla and sea salt. Process until a big dough ball forms. Slowly add the water, one tablespoon to help the dough stick together, making it easy to roll.
  4. Line a plate or small baking sheet with parchment paper and roll the dough into fourteen one-inch sized balls. I use a small cookie scoop then roll by hand. Place the balls on the lined plate and place into the fridge to firm up.
  5. Store the seed bites in an airtight container in the fridge for two weeks or in the freezer. Eat one ball per day during your luteal phase or days 15-28 of your menstrual cycle.

Notes

Vegan-option: use a plant-based protien powder.