Ingredients

4 cups popped yellow popcorn

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup ground flaxseed

2 tablespoons chia seeds

1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup peanut butter-flavored protein powder, optional

1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, optional

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

1. Line rimmed baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper. Place popcorn in large bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
2. Add oats, flaxseed, chia seeds, dark chocolate chips and chopped peanuts, if using, and salt to popcorn and toss to combine.
3. Add peanut butter and honey to small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until melted and smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in protein powder, if using, until smooth.
4. Pour peanut butter mixture over popcorn mixture and toss gently until evenly coated. Let cool slightly for 2 to 3 minutes, then scoop heaping spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, gently pressing each into small bite-sized portion.
5. Refrigerate bites until firm, about 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Tip: Store bites in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to one week.