No Bake Maple Vanilla Latte Protein Bites {Grain Free} (2024)

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by Lindsay Cotter Posted: October 24, 2015

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No Bake Maple Vanilla Latte Protein Bites are grain free, gluten free protein bites that are easy to make. This easy snack recipe is also a great breakfast on the go!

Happy weekendFriends! I’ve got another no bake protein bite recipe for you (aka Healthy Bites)! Yes, a “weekend update” healthy bite flavor. One I’ve revamped and updated the pictures. Are you sick of those yet? Please say no. 😉

But actually, these bites have a story. You see, two years ago I created a maple latte protein bite. Totally a favorite of mine!

I decided these protein bites were about due for a makeover and photo update so I busted out the ingredients and started to mix. I could smell the espresso on my hands and the aroma of coffee in the air. Yes, just from mixing up the ingredients.

It was then I had a flash back to 2004. EEK 11 years ago! I was in college and working at Starbucks. I actually loved that job. Not the hours, but the pay and the company was good!

I digress… anyways…

Whenever we had down time at Starbucks, the other employees and I would make up random drink concoctions. I think I was high on espresso most of my college life because of that. Ha!

One of my favorite combos I came up with (while working and the BUX) was a double shot latte with dab of maple syrup, vanilla cream, and a splash of hazelnut flavoring. Oh my it was divine! Not the healthiest in terms of sugar, but hey, I was in college and ignorance WASbliss.

You see where I’m going with this? Yes, that memory totally sparked the edition of the NUT to these no bake LATTE protein bites… I mean healthy bites! And since we’re all about maple these days, let’s just keep that flavor going too. Mmm k?

So brew some coffee or espresso and enjoy the “perks” of these latte protein bites.

Nutrition per bite using Vanilla Whey Protein Powder andyielding20 bites per batch. Please note the nutrition will be different if you use pea protein or different nuts. But not by much.

Maple Vanilla Nut Latte Protein Bites

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Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 18-20 1x

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No Bake Maple Vanilla Latte Protein Bitesaregrain free, gluten free protein bitesthat areeasy to make.Thiseasy snack recipeis also a greatbreakfast on the go!

Ingredients

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¼ cup finely chopped nuts
⅔ cup almond meal or coconut flour
⅓ to ½ cup natural nut butter (no stir works best)
1– 2 Tablespoons ground coffee
¼ to ⅓ cup vanilla bean protein powder + extra for coating
¼ to ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
Optional – ¼ teaspoon each pure vanilla bean extract and maple extract
Optional – ¼ melted dark chocolate to coat bites

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Instructions

Chop the nuts in a food processor or pulse in a blender to make a nut meal flour.
Transfer to a large bowl and add in all the remaining ingredients (see notes).
Mix well (can use hands) and roll into bite-sized balls. Place bites in the freezer for 20 minutes then roll them in extra protein powder (see notes for additional coating).
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or the freezer for up to 3 months.

Notes

Prep Tip – Depending on the type of flour and nut butter you use, you might need to adjust the amount. Add all in bowl, then if batter is too thin, add in more almond flour. If batter is too thick, add more honey or nut butter. Roll the frozen bites in melted dark chocolate and then refreeze for a mocha latte bite flavor!

Prep Time: 10 min

Oh and just in case you want a MOCHA option. I got that covered too. Check out this step by step video! Vanilla and Chocolate Maple Latte protein bites involved!

Do you have a favorite coffee drink from Starbucks?

Did you know there are SEVERAL not on the menu! Ohh. the secret is out!

Cheers to nutty healthyBite with a LATTE love!

Puns are done, I promise!

Have a great weekend!

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About Lindsay

Hi, y’all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus onGluten-Freeeating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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Sotera Chelini
04/14/2023 at 2:07 PM

I haven’t made these yet, just wondering what the serving size is? Is the nutritional value based off of 1 bite or?
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- Sammi (Cotter Crunch Test Kitchen)
  04/14/2023 at 4:02 PM
  
  Hi Sotera! Yes, the estimated nutritional information is for about 1 bite if you are making 18-20 bites. The estimates can vary based on the flour and nuts used and if you drizzle with chocolate. Let us know if you have more questions!
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Michelle
03/28/2023 at 4:03 PM

Is this coffee ground or liquid brewed coffee
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- Sammi (Cotter Crunch Test Kitchen)
  03/30/2023 at 11:23 AM
  
  Hi Michelle! Great question. We use coffee grounds not liquid coffee. Excited for you to make them!
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Kat
05/16/2020 at 11:41 PM

These latte protein bites are absolutely incredible! They will not last. I added ⅔ cup oatmeal and ⅔ cup protein powder mix as my batter was too dry. Exceptional!!!
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- Lindsay Cotter
  05/17/2020 at 10:23 AM
  
  Oh i love that you added oatmeal! Like an oatmeal latte. 🙂 YUM!
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Damaris
03/06/2020 at 5:14 AM

We all loved them! Including my husband and my very-into-exercises sister.
Thanks a lot for sharing the recipe.
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- Lindsay Cotter
  03/07/2020 at 12:44 PM
  
  woohoo that’s what I like to hear!
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Meredith Myers
01/24/2020 at 10:00 AM

Hi! What nut butter do you think works best? I have both almond and cashew at home. Also, does it have to be vanilla bean protein? I have vanilla whey! Excited to try these this weekend.
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Izzy
07/17/2019 at 7:19 AM

Hi Lindsay,
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I’m thinking about doing these.
I love a coffee treat ;o)
I want to use vegan protein powder. The one I have is called Vega (Holland & Barrett sell them).
Is there much difference how these treats turn out with which type of protein powder you use?
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- Lindsay Cotter
  07/17/2019 at 10:21 AM
  
  I have used whey protein and pea protein. I find the pea protein a little more absorbent. I like the texture too! SO you might have to adjust the about of maple or nut butter, but that’s it. Keep me posted!
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Allison
09/29/2018 at 11:41 AM

These are absolutely amazing. I used medjool dates for sweetness so I could reduce the amount of maple syrup used. I also used oat flour instead of almond or coconut flour.
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- Lindsay Cotter
  09/30/2018 at 12:30 AM
  
  Thank you so much, Allison! YUM. Love hearing about your modifications!
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Katie Sommerfeldt
08/23/2018 at 9:41 AM

love love love this combo!!
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Gerilynn
07/12/2018 at 10:25 AM

This looks so good, but we have a nut allergy in our house….what would you suggest substituting for the chopped nuts?
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- Lindsay Cotter
  07/12/2018 at 11:45 AM
  
  you could try chopped pumpkin seed or just hemp seed. Can you have seeds?
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Kathleen Turner
05/22/2018 at 6:37 PM

These were soooo good! I only managed to get 12 out of the batch though. Not sure if I measured the almond butter correctly or not. Used pecans and sun warrior vanilla protein powder. I feel like I’m cheating by eating these, but they are nothing but good for me! I’m planning on working my way through all your no-bake energy bite recipes. Keep em coming!
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- Lindsay Cotter
  05/23/2018 at 12:51 PM
  
  Oh yay! so glad you liked it. It’s a fav here too. It could totally be the almond butter. Or protein. Some absorb more wet ingredients than others. Either way, tasty is key! Haha
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Caroline
05/26/2017 at 11:26 AM

Hi – these look delicious. I often make protein balls and these look an interesting, new flavour. My problem is the protein powder! I have never bought it, and can’t really understand why anyone would use it, particularly with the information that I’ve read about it being potentially bad for health. Can you suggest a substitute, please?
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- Cotter Crunch
  05/27/2017 at 8:15 AM
  
  Sure! what flours do you have handy? Protein powder (plant based) is a great way to get more iron and protein. You can use oat flour, coconut flour, or peanut flour. The consistency and taste will be different though.
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  - Bonnie
    07/11/2018 at 11:04 AM
    
    My concern about the added protein powders are 1. I’m allergic to all beans and most seeds, and 2. I’m trying to keep this recipe vegan too. Vegan, no beans, to share with my grain free, gluten free, dairy free, vegan friends. (We have an allergy table at my Church for coffee hour after service. About 30 adults and kids have food allergies.).
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    - Lindsay Cotter
      07/11/2018 at 11:52 AM
      
      are you allergic to chia seed? Did you see my new updated nut free and vegan and grain free bites I just posted?
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Janet
12/18/2016 at 9:58 AM

These look like they taste amazing. I have tried several of your no bake bite recipes with great success, thank you so much. I have never used coffee grounds in a recipe, do I just use regular grounds or instant coffee?
Thanks again for all your great information and recipes!!! Happy Holidays
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- Cotter Crunch
  12/18/2016 at 10:49 AM
  
  You can totally use instant coffee or ground coffee beans, extra fine. Both work. The ground coffee will be stronger, does that make sense?
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Joe
12/01/2016 at 9:12 PM

What is Vanilla bean Protein?
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Emma @myfullfatlife
05/18/2016 at 12:47 PM

Thanks for sharing this recipe. I’m glad I have all the ingredients already. This may be the pick me up I need today!
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Yaz
04/27/2016 at 5:22 AM

Hi. I just made these with a chocolate protein and they’re divine!!!
Plz can you tell me the nutritional value?
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- Cotter Crunch
  04/27/2016 at 8:38 AM
  
  just added the nutrition info for ya! this is based on a whey protein though. It will be different depending on the protein you use.
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chelsea
03/29/2016 at 8:28 AM

these look amazing, but what is a substitute i can use for maple syrup that’s completely sweetener free? maybe coconut butter or oil?
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- Cotter Crunch
  03/29/2016 at 9:14 AM
  
  Have you tried xylitol syrup? I’ve used that before. It works but you might need a little more batter to thicken it.
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Frances
02/27/2016 at 11:37 AM

What kind of vanilla bean powder do you use?
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- Cotter Crunch
  02/27/2016 at 12:39 PM
  
  Are you looking for whey or vegan protein?
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Lauren
02/23/2016 at 4:12 PM

I had to stop by to leave a comment to say I made these today and they were delicious! It’s hard not eat all of them! I rolled them in the ground coffee and can imagine these will be a great morning kickstarted or afternoon pick me up! I look forward to trying more of your bites!
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- Cotter Crunch
  02/23/2016 at 4:26 PM
  
  Thanks Lauren! I so love them too!! Keep me posted on if you make any more.
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Savana
01/24/2016 at 11:22 AM

Is there any chance anyone knows the nutritional facts for these? I am doing a low carb/keto diet right now and am trying to find snacks to curb cravings that have very little sugar/carbs…natural sugars are okay in moderation which is why I’m curious about this recipe. Looks delish!! Thanks!!
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- Cotter Crunch
  01/24/2016 at 3:01 PM
  
  Here’s what i got when I used the pea protein and only 1/4 cup maple syrup.
  Calories 70
  Total Fat 5.3g
  Total Carbohydrate 4.6g
  Dietary Fiber 1g
  Sugars 2.9g
  Protein 2g
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  - Savana
    01/24/2016 at 3:05 PM
    
    Thanks so much!!
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    - Cotter Crunch
      01/24/2016 at 3:13 PM
      
      no prob. IF you are wanting lower carb, try using xylitol syrup vs maple syrup. I’ve done that before but you might need extra flour or something somewhere. its a little runny
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Meg
12/02/2015 at 7:47 PM

Hi, Lindsay!
I made these tonight and while they were fantastic, they were also a little sticky (maybe because of the almond butter I used?) I added some more almond meal and hazelnuts, but that didn’t totally fix my issue. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
Thank you!
Meg
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- Cotter Crunch
  12/02/2015 at 7:57 PM
  
  Just emailed you. Let me know if you got it
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- Cotter Crunch
  12/03/2015 at 11:04 PM
  
  I’d also try thicker honey versus maple syrup.
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Rachel Osowski
11/02/2015 at 12:52 PM

I am new to your blog and I made these this weekend and they were delicious! I cannot wait to try some other ones. Any idea on nutrition info? These seem to good to be healthy;)
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- Cotter Crunch
  11/02/2015 at 2:05 PM
  
  sure thing! each bite recipe i make is around 45-55 calories. 1-2 grams fat, 5-7 carbs, and 1-2 grams protein. just depends on teh flavor. So about 3-4 is like having a protein bar. ya know?
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Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets
11/01/2015 at 10:22 AM

I’m not sick of seeing your bites at all so remake away my friend. Bring on the balls.
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dixya | food, pleasure, and health
10/29/2015 at 12:10 PM

absolutely in love with these bites. i will make these this weekend and let you know!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/29/2015 at 6:46 PM
  
  oh yay! let me know if you do!
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Jess @hellotofit
10/26/2015 at 11:40 AM

If there’s ground coffee in it, count me IN! These look fantastic. I applied to work at Starbucks once in college, but then decided to work for the county instead. I almost wish I had, just for the experience!
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Jen @ Chase the red Grape
10/25/2015 at 9:28 PM

Geez 11 years ago… Gosh doesn’t university life seem so long ago now? Then again 11 years is a long time!
And now I really want coffee… With one of these bites. Well it is Monday morning so I guess it’s about time for a cup!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:14 PM
  
  Haha yes! I’m old! And cheers to coffee
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Stephani @ In Fine Fettle
10/25/2015 at 8:33 PM

I made these today and they are delicious!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:15 PM
  
  Wonderful! Did the texture work out well? I know sometimes they can be dry depending on what nut butter you use
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  - Stephani @ In Fine Fettle
    10/26/2015 at 8:13 PM
    
    The texture was great! I used sun butter and didn’t quite have enough, so I just added about a teaspoon of water and it worked perfectly! I can’t wait to try them with other combinations of nuts and nut butters!
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    - Cotter Crunch
      10/26/2015 at 8:55 PM
      
      love it! love sunbutter
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Erin @ Erin's Inside Job
10/25/2015 at 4:44 PM

I love these photos (and the recipe). They look amazing!
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Katie
10/25/2015 at 2:35 PM

Haven’t had this flavor in so long.. oh how I miss them! & yes I know about the secret menu 🙂 Hubby used to work for Starbucks ( I actually use to make the excuse to get coffee so I could go say “Hi” when I first met him haha) Favorite drink… Americano with cream + cinnamon. Not really into the sugary drinks anymore! PS. I love your corny cotterness <—- new word?
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:16 PM
  
  Haha i love that you know all my flavors and Starbucks drinks. You’re my twin
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Amanda - Create N Plate
10/25/2015 at 12:51 PM

These look so delicious and I’m not even a coffee fan. But maybe after this that’ll change! Can’t wait to try them!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:17 PM
  
  You can always use chocolate instead of coffee hehe
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Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary
10/25/2015 at 12:12 PM

These look delicious and gorgeous, Lindsay! (<– and that's not an easy thing to do, when it comes to healthy "bites"). Love the flavors you used in these balls of NUM! I am totally going to eat these while i sip my Skinny Iced Vanilla Latte in the morning (fav SB drink). More protein and pick me up deliciousness in always welcomed in my life! Pinned! Cheers! 😉
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Amanda @ .running with spoons.
10/25/2015 at 9:02 AM

The Canadian in me loves that you used maple syrup in these. And the caffeine addict in me loves that you snuck in some coffee. These are basically perfection <3
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:17 PM
  
  Only for you!! My Canadian coffee friend
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Carly @ FitLiving blog
10/25/2015 at 7:53 AM

Yum! I am loving the sound of espresso in my energy bites. So excited to make these!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 10:18 PM
  
  You’ll get quite the buzz! Haha
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Caroline
10/24/2015 at 10:14 PM

I’m so glad you had that fun job and made up this awesome flavor combination…because now, we get to have THESE yummies! Really, Lindsay, they sound amazing. I’m a huge coffee fan…can’t wait to make them!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 8:48 AM
  
  its a coffee lovers dream! let me know if you try them friend!
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Blair
10/24/2015 at 7:45 PM

I’m ALL about maple these days too…so I LOVE this flavor combo! So delicious!
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Cara's Healthy Cravings
10/24/2015 at 7:45 PM

I am a boring Starbucks girl, just a dark roast for me 🙂
I love how you used to be a “Starbucks Chemist,” I am sure I would have done the same…coming up with fun flavour combos is so fun and usually delicious.
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/25/2015 at 7:18 AM
  
  no problem with that! simple can be perfect!
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She Rocks Fitness
10/24/2015 at 10:13 AM

You worked at Starbucks? Love learning new things about you…HA! I’ve heard they are a great company to work for and treat their employees well. Happy weekend friend!
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rAchel @ Athletic avocado
10/24/2015 at 9:20 AM

thats awesome that you used to work at starbucks, my fav drink would have to be the peppermint mocha but i don’t get that too often because of the sugar content! This flavor combo sounds unreal in bite form and in a latte form, maybe ill just have to make them toghether!
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Sam @ PancakeWarriors
10/24/2015 at 9:08 AM

So I was a barista in college as well, best job ever!! I worked at Caribou doing the morning shift – talk about coffee overload!! I would do the same thing, but was pretty grossed out by the amount of sugar in the drinks – they tasted unnatural to me lol! But I know exactly how I want my latte, mocha, etc! The real vanilla, maple and nut butter sound like a much better flavor combination to me that anything you can get at the BUX. 🙂 Thanks for sharing, these sound divine!
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Katie @ Talk Less, Say More
10/24/2015 at 8:09 AM

I didn’t know you worked at the BUX in college?! I did too! I actually loved that job and sometimes find myself missing it. I really enjoy making coffee for people, even if the hours kind of stink and some people can be crabby before that cup gets in their hands. 😉
Anyway…these may have to happen this weekend…mmmm!
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Michele @ paleorunningmomma
10/24/2015 at 7:52 AM

I’m right there with you making all my old recipes! Not writing new posts though, but I think I’ll have to start since it’s nearly impossible to do both all the time!
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/24/2015 at 8:04 AM
  
  I would have just updated the post but mine are sooo old! cause i’ve been doing this for 6 years! GASP! and i end up changing the recipe. haha. I’m an old blogger. haha. grandma
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Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom
10/24/2015 at 7:11 AM

Oh my, these look so so good and I would love these so much more than any store bought latte!
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Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
10/24/2015 at 6:54 AM

I think I should get a job at starbucks….even though I only drink black bitter dark roast, I think it would be a good deal 😉 I always just like the “ambiance” that is Starbucks, hahahaha!
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Mollie k
10/24/2015 at 5:16 AM

gorgeous photos Lindsay! I am sipping my coffee while reading this post and thinking how great these bites would be on the side!
Happy weekend friend
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- Cotter Crunch
  10/24/2015 at 6:30 AM
  
  no gonna lie, i’m drinking coffee right now with 2 bites left. I’ll save you one, come over!
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- Meaghan
  11/15/2016 at 3:19 PM
  
  Made these last night and they turned out amazing! so delicious, and I rolled them in a coconut flakes to carry on the flavor from the coconut flour I used. They were a little bit on the dry side so next time I would add some more almond butter but overall great recipe!
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  - Cotter Crunch
    11/15/2016 at 4:19 PM
    
    oh I’m so glad! great call on the coconut! Yes, sometimes it’s the type of protein or almond butter that makes them more dry. glad it worked for you!
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