These portable Sweet Potato Coconut Ginger Energy Bites are a great on-the-go pre-run snack. With quick carbohydrates and a tiny bit of protein and fiber for staying power, these energy bites can power you through a short run, or hold you over post-run until you are able to eat a balanced meal.
I’m excited to share one of my favorite new recipes with you today with these Sweet Potato Coconut Ginger Energy Bites. These have been life saving snacks for me lately.
You know, with the whole eating with one hand and needing quick energy for baby stuff. Breastfeeding is like a full time job (and workout), and easy, portable, hand-able snacks are necessary.
I tested and made these several times during pregnancy in anticipating baby so I’m happy to finally share the finished result with you! Plus, these guys are great for pre- and post-workout snacks.
You can see more about the recipe here and why sweet potatoes are a runner’s best friend here.
It’s no wonder they make my list of top recovery foods – they are essential when I’m in training mode.
We are obviously big sweet potato fans here in this house. I mean, we have a dog named “Tater,” to top things off. Who, by the way, eats cooked sweet potatoes with all of her meals.
I would guess that Camryn will also be a big fan – I’ll look forward to introducing sweet potato puree to her once we can do solid foods (updated to add that she loves sweet potatoes and these spinach sweet potato tater tots).
When I thought these up, I was experimenting with different flavors that I thought would pair well with the sweetness of sweet potatoes. Honey was an obvious choice – I mean, have you ever had sweet potatoes with honey and marshmallows?
To die for.
You know what else sweet potato excels in? Bread form. Seriously – give this sweet potato bread recipe a try if you’re doubtful. And add the chocolate chips.
But, I wanted something to balance the sweetness a little bit. I had some coconut flakes on hand (always do) and figured that would be a great accompaniment. And why not add some ginger (I love this brand), a natural anti-inflammatory?
Did you know you can use cooked sweet potatoes in energy bites?
You totally can!
The flavor combination turned out to be perfect! We also have some oats for more complex carbohydrates (making these much more filling) and peanut butter for some stickiness, but also more staying power.
How To Make Sweet Potato Coconut Ginger Energy Bites
These portable Sweet Potato Coconut Ginger Energy Bites are a great on-the-go pre-run snack. With quick carbohydrates and some protein and fiber for staying power, these energy bites can power you through a short run, or hold you over post-run until you are able to eat a balanced meal. These will last up to a week in the fridge. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.Sweet Potato Coconut Ginger Energy Bites
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 143 Total Fat: 8g Saturated Fat: 3g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 60mg Carbohydrates: 16g Net Carbohydrates: 0g Fiber: 2g Sugar: 7g Sugar Alcohols: 0g Protein: 4g
And, when I’m cleared to start running and training again, you can bet these will be a popular choice.
I love that all the ingredients are versatile and not seasonal, so you can always get them!
To me, these taste like a fun combination between a tropical snack and a fun, sweet dessert.
These would also be great snacks for kids, perfect for school lunches (or adult lunches), after dinner treats, or even a quick breakfast when paired when yogurt or a smoothie on the go.
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Giveaway
And now, since I’ve teamed up with the NC SweetPotato Commission, I’d love to offer a gift bag of sweet potato swag to you!
In it you will find a bunch of awesomely decorated sweet potato stuff you can use in your kitchen. Personally, I love the t-shirt and cutting board!
- A Sweet Potato shirt
- A Spencer SweetPotato doll (great for kids!)
- Apron
- Cutting Board
- License plate
- Hat
- “Dirt Candy” decal
- Cell phone wallet
- Notepad
- Cell phone screen cleaner
You can enter below!
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What a great idea! These sound awesome.
Thanks Emily. Hope you give them a try!
I didn’t know you could put sweet potatoes into energy bites. I had never thought about it!
Yes — so easy too!
I loved the roasted with some everything bagel TJ spice!
That spice goes with everything!
Yum!! Sweet potato and peanut butter. Two of my favorite things. Especially together.
You have good taste! 🙂
Printed out this recipe, Sarah….can’t wait to try them!
Enjoy Steven!
Yum! My favorite way to cook with sweet potatoes is to roast them and then use them in salads or egg hashes!
So versatile – they are great in everything!
Love baking sweet potatoes until they’re soft and caramelized!
I absolutely love to roast sweet potatoes, or make Chocolate Covered Katie’s sweet potato brownies. So good. Thanks for the giveaway. <3
I like making sweet potato fries with an aioli dipping sauce
Roasted in the oven
roasted
I love using sweet potatoes in a breakfast hash with sausage, onion and peppers topped with an egg!
Sweet potato fries are my favorite, but I also eat sweet potatoes at all times of the day.
Definitely going to try this recipe out as hiking season starts and quick healthy treats are a must.
i like to make sweet potato fries.
I love making a baked sweet potato with butter and cinnamon!
I like to make sweet potato fries and sweet potato casserole
It’s a tough choice just picking one favorite way to cook with sweet potatoes. I love them baked with butter and brown sugar but I also love to put them in veggie grilling packets with a bit of olive oil and seasoning. I swear I could eat sweet potatoes every meal.
My hubby and I have the exact same convos! I’m with you on the food memories and they go embarrassingly wayyyyy back.
I tried this last night after finding it on Pinterest and we loved it! It’s definitely on my list to make again!