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No-Bake Pumpkin Raisin Bites

 |  By: Whitney E. RD

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I’ve been traveling a lot lately, and when you’re on the road, it’s hard to stay on track nutritionally.

I learned that first hand last weekend when a traffic jam on the way to Big Bear brought on a major Biscotti binge.

Had I been prepared with a more appropriate snack on hand, that wouldn’t have happened. Well, in theory. Really, I blame my friend Claudia for plying me with those decadent cookies — I was driving, I had no hands to fight them off.

Luckily, as I approach yet another upcoming trip, this month’s Recipe Redux encouraged me to create an awesome snack for fit folks, on-the-go.

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These delicious little bites are perfect for helping your body recover post-workout by giving you the carbs and protein you need to replenish energy stores. They’re also a great choice to keep you chugging along in your daily activities.

They may be on the smaller side, but the balance of complex carbs from the oats and healthy fat from the almond butter give them a long-lasting fullness effect — and they’re perfect for transporting. They’re also gluten-free and can be made vegan.

And you don’t have to have just one. You can eat six of these and still stay under 200 calories, an ideal snack serving.

The combination of pumpkin, raisins and almonds may sound a little strange at first, but I promise, they’re amazing. They sort of have of a “carrot cakey” taste (definition: yum).

The best part is that they take a minuscule amount of time and effort to make. Just mix, freeze and enjoy at will.

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Weigh In: What do you nosh on post-workout to refuel?

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- Whitney
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  6. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says:

    These look delicious, I love that we’re approaching pumpkin season. The first thing I reach for after a workout is always a protein recovery shake, within 30 minutes or so, then I try to have my usual breakfast, lunch or dinner depending on the timing of my sweat session. I might have to make these. Thanks!

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  7. Charlotte @ Commitness to Fitness says:

    I’ve actually been looking for new snack ideas to bring to work/on trips and these fit the bill perfectly. I’ve been so guilty of that biscotti binge- I’m pretty much always getting coffee and those biscottis are always just right there :)

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    • Whitney English says:

      Bring these to Starbucks with you next time and hopefully it will ward off the biscotti cravings :)

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  10. GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth says:

    Fall? Is that you?
    When the pumpkin comes out, I start going crazy. It’s the only reason I EVER look forward to Fall haha
    I’m doing an overhaul of my eating habits this week, so this is going on my appropriate snackage list :)
    Thanks for sharing!

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  14. Arman @ thebigmansworld says:

    Annnnnd she’s done it. Good one, Whit. You’ve just opened pandora’s (pumpkin) box. ;)

    I’ve been moving away from protein shakes and can appreciate to eat them…all after a workout. Carrot cake-y for the win.

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    • Whitney English says:

      Awesome!! So glad you like them. Tweet or Instagram me a pic if you have any left! Although I wouldn’t blame you if you already ate them all :)

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