Ingredients
Method
Tap the time in each step to start a build-in timer and cook with a little more ease and flow. Be sure to have your volume up to hear the timer chimes!
Mix the Base:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir well.🌿 Mindful Moment: Notice the textures in the bowl, powdery, grainy, light. Stir slowly and listen to the soft sound of dry ingredients blending.👧 Kid Prompt: “What does this smell like? Cookies, toast, or something cozy?”💬 Prompt: “How does cinnamon change the feeling of the mix?”Add the Wet Ingredients:
Add in the tahini, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix with a spatula or use your hands until the dough comes together. It should be soft and slightly sticky.🌿 Mindful Moment: Feel the mixture shift from loose to gathered. Notice the stickiness on your fingers, warm, earthy, sweet.👧 Kid Prompt: “Does this feel squishy, sticky, or stretchy?”💬 Prompt: “How do you know when the dough feels just right?”Fold in Joy:
Stir in any or all of the mix-ins like the chocolate chips, hemp seeds or chia seeds. Feel free to add in any other of your favourite treats. 🌿 Mindful Moment: Pause before stirring. Notice the contrast of colors and shapes as you add the mix-ins.👧 Kid Prompt: “Which mix-in feels like the most fun today?”💬 Prompt: “What does adding something extra change about the feeling of the recipe?”Roll the Bites:
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll into balls using your hands. Feel free to roll in optional toppings like coconut or sesame seeds at this time.🌿 Mindful Moment: As you roll each ball between your palms, notice the warmth of your hands shaping the food.👧 Kid Prompt: “Are we making tiny planets or energy pearls?”💬 Prompt: “What does it feel like to create something small and complete?”Chill or Serve:
Chill in the fridge for 15 to 30 minutes to firm up, or enjoy straight away.🌿 Mindful Moment: Before tasting, pause. Notice anticipation in your body.👧 Kid Prompt: “Should we take one slow bite together?”💬 Prompt: “What do you notice first? Sweet, nutty, chewy?”
Notes
Storage and Reheating
Room Temp: Store in an airtight container up to 1 week. Freezer: Freeze in a single layer, then store for up to 2 months. Thawing: Let sit at room temp for 10 minutes before eating.Variations
- Choco-Chip Cookie Dough Vibes: Use chocolate protein powder and vanilla extract.
- Zesty Energy Boost: Add in some orange zest and sunflower seeds.
- Mood-Calm Option: Add a teaspoon of ashwagandha powder.
- No Protein Powder? Use 2 tbsp almond flour and 2 tbsp flax meal instead.