Cinnamon Roll Snack Bites
Cinnamon Roll Snack Bites are the best thing to make for an on the go snack! Gluten free and vegan, too!
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Servings: 14 bites
Calories: 97kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apricots or dates
- 1 1/2 cups salted shelled pistachios
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- powdered sugar optional
Instructions
- In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, place the apricots. Process for 1 minutes, or until smooth.
- Add in the pistachios and pulse in 10 seconds intervals until a coarse consistency is achieved, usually within 30 to 40 seconds.
- Add in the vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Process 15 seconds.
- Remove and using a tablespoon form into round bites.
- Place on a cookie sheet and refrigerate one hour.
- Remove and roll in powdered sugar (if desired).
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts
Cinnamon Roll Snack Bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 97
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Sodium 42mg2%
Potassium 242mg7%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 390IU8%
Vitamin C 0.8mg1%
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Lisa Greener says
Do you remove the pistachio shells before you put them in the blender?
Elizabeth Shaw says
Yes.
Lexie says
Help!!! I was so excited to make these and followed the ingredients and instructions to a T. It was a big fail, there was nothing holding the “balls” into a ball. I ended up with just a huge bowl of very expensive pistachio crumbles mixed with a few apricot clumps here and there and no way to roll them up. what can be used as a binding agent?
Elizabeth Shaw says
Hi Lexie,
I am so sorry you had trouble with the recipe. I’ve made these time and again and haven’t had this issue, but I think it could be you did not process the apricots long enough to create the jelly to hold the pistachios together.
But don’t fear! If this happens you can definitely add a nut butter as a binding agent in at a tablespoon at a time to help bind and oatmeal is always a great addition if you recognize it’s to sticky.
Let me know if this works!
Laura says
Hanger is a real and serious issue in my life! These are the perfect little snack to combat my hangry self! 😉
Elizabeth Shaw says
I hear you sister – hope this help!
Taylor Kiser says
Love everything about these snack bites! So easy to make and keep around for when I need a healthy snack! So excited to hear about a2 milk!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thanks Taylor!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
Great swaps to avoid dreaded holiday hanger! Those little bites are perfect for packing just in case!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Thanks Jess!
Lauren Grant | Zestful Kitchen says
I love that used apricots in this! It’s a nice change from the popular date that’s often used in snack bites like these. Can’t wait to try!
Elizabeth Shaw says
I hope you enjoy!
Meg @ With Salt and Wit says
These sounds soooo good! I cannot wait to munch on them!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Maybe not as good as that cinnamon roll bread you posted but ready in a jiff!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
a2 Milk is such a cool product! Love that it is natural! Your cinnamon roll bites look delish too. I’d take these anytime my hanger hits!
Elizabeth Shaw says
Ah thanks Julie!
Alexa says
Oooooh, I am really liking the combination of apricots and pistachios! This kind of snack really keeps me on track. Thank you for helping me get back on the wagon with this recipe. No more corn chips for me this week! Period. 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
LOL I am glad I could be of service 🙂
Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands says
Those bites look delicious! I always have to have healthy snacks with me this time of year especially when things get crazy busy to avoid the hanger!
Elizabeth Shaw says
It’s the perfect away to avoid it!
Sara @sarahaasrdn.com says
These look like the perfect way to manage “hanger!” And a great recipe for little hands to help with! Thanks Liz!
Elizabeth Shaw says
LOL Thanks Sara!