Aussie Bites

Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, dried apricots, shredded coconut, and chia seeds, these homemade Aussie Bites are the ultimate snack to fuel your day. Perfectly portioned into bite-sized servings, they combine the natural sweetness of honey, cranberries, and raisins with the nutty undertones of sunflower seeds and flaxseed for a nutrient-dense, irresistibly chewy treat. These mini power bites are quick and easy to make, taking just 15 minutes to prep and 14 minutes to bake, making them ideal for busy mornings, post-workout snacks, or an on-the-go energy boost. Freezer-friendly and naturally gluten-free, Aussie Bites are as versatile as they are delicious, offering a portable, healthy option that the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:14 mins

Total Time:29 mins

Servings: 18

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled Oats
• 0.5 cup Dried Apricots
• 0.5 cup Shredded Coconut
• 0.25 cup Sunflower Seeds
• 0.25 cup Ground Flaxseed
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Coconut Oil
• 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Dried Cranberries
• 0.25 cup Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.

Step 2

Place the dried apricots in a food processor and process until they are finely chopped.

Step 3

Add rolled oats, shredded coconut, sunflower seeds, and ground flaxseed to the food processor and pulse a few times to mix everything together.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and add in honey, melted coconut oil, chia seeds, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Fold in the dried cranberries and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan, pressing down gently to pack the ingredients.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the aussie bites cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Store the aussie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	963.7 grams (963.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4279

Total Fat 252.20g	323%
Saturated Fat 117.70g	589%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.10g
Cholesterol 262mg	87%
Sodium 2563mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 494.90g	180%
Dietary Fiber 79.10g	283%
Total Sugars 281.00g
Protein 80.20g	160%

Vitamin D 66IU	330%
Calcium 761mg	59%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 4735mg	101%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 43.3%