Put on your apron and enter the Coach’s Kitchen! Designed for coaches and parents to help support the dietary needs of their athletes, these recipes will offer ideas on what to eat and drink before, during, and after training or competition for optimal sport performance.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 ½ cup oats
- 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup peanut/almond or other nut/seed butter
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 1/2 cup raisins or cranberries
- ½ cup chopped dates
- ½ cup sunflower/pumpkin seeds and slivered almonds or walnuts
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For a Protein Boost add ½ cup Skim Milk Powder!
Makes 40-45 balls (1”).
INSTRUCTIONS
- Stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed.
- Let chill in the refrigerator for half an hour.
- Once chilled, roll into balls of about 1" in diameter.
- Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week.
NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING (ONE 1" BALL)
- Calories: 87
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
Sport Benefits: A great mid-day snack to give athletes a quick and convenient dose of carbs, proteins, healthy fats, and fiber.