Whip up these energizing treats to stay fueled while hiking, biking, or camping.
Preparedness is key when you’re gearing up for any outdoor adventure. And what better way to prep for a day of fun than by packing the right fuel, like these power snacks made with JUSTIN’S® nut butters and peanut butter cups? They’re easy to whip up and enjoy on the go, whether you’re hiking, biking, climbing, kayaking, or camping.
Bring these cookies along on your next bike ride—solo or with a group. They’re sturdy, so they won’t crumble in your backpack, and the dried fruits, seeds, and JUSTIN’S® Vanilla Almond Butter make for a tasty snack that’ll keep you fueled for the whole ride.Makes about 18 cookies
¾ c. old-fashioned (not instant) oats
½ c. all-purpose flour
½ tsp. baking powder
¾ tsp. ground cardamom
5 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and warmed
¼ c. maple syrup
½ c. JUSTIN’S® Vanilla Almond Butter
1 large egg
½ c. sliced dried apricots
½ c. raisins, preferably jumbo
¼ c. pepitas
3 tbsp. sesame seeds
Per serving: 150 cal, 8 g fat (3 g sat), 3 g protein, 36 mg sodium, 17 g carb, 9 g sugars (4 g added sugars), 2 g fiber
Enjoy this smoothie in the morning before your hike, or pour it in an insulated bottle to sip on the go. To prep the night before, place the bananas, dates, ginger, cinnamon, and salt in a mason jar and leave it in the freezer overnight. Then, in the morning, dump it into your blender and add the water, yogurt, and JUSTIN’S® Classic Almond Butter. Blend, garnish, and enjoy!Makes about 2½ cups
2 very ripe bananas
¼ c. water
1¼ c. nonfat Greek yogurt
3 tbsp. JUSTIN’S® Classic Almond Butter
6 pitted medium dates (if using a jumbo variety, like Medjool, reduce to 4)
2-inch piece ginger, thinly sliced
½ tsp. cinnamon
Kosher salt
Ice cubes, if desired
Chopped roasted almonds, fresh banana slices, chia seeds, turmeric, and/or cinnamon, for garnish
Per serving: 400 cal, 14 g fat (2 g sat), 22 g protein, 196 mg sodium, 56 g carb, 35 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 8 g fiber
This twist on a classic is ideal to take on a climb because it’s relatively tidy to eat and compact enough to fit in your pack, no refrigeration necessary. Makes 1 Roll-Up
2 heaping tbsp. JUSTIN’S® Classic Almond Butter
1 tbsp. water
1 (6-inch) whole wheat wrap
2 tbsp. jam, and/or thinly sliced strawberries, crushed raspberries, or other desired fruit
2 tsp. toasted flax seeds
Per serving: 470 cal, 25 g fat (4 g sat), 12 g protein, 374 mg sodium, 57 g carb, 24 g sugars (19 g added sugars), 8 g fiber
Nothing says camping like s’mores. Our fun take on the classic can be made in the oven or over campfire coals (see the tip below), and it’s built inside a banana for a fruity twist. Makes 4 banana boats
4 ripe bananas
8 JUSTIN’S® Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
1 c. mini marshmallows
⅓ c. finely crushed graham crackers
To make over a campfire: Wrap prepared bananas in foil and carefully place over hot coals. Check for doneness using heat-safe tongs; you’ll know they’re ready when the bananas are warmed through, the chocolate is melted, and the marshmallows are deeply golden. Remove from the coals using fire-safe mitts or tongs, carefully unwrap, and serve.
Per serving: 400 cal, 15 g fat (7 g sat), 6 g protein, 169 mg sodium, 64 g carb, 40 g sugars (25 g added sugars), 4 g fiber
These yummy little no-bake “oars” are perfect to pop in your mouth between rapids or swells. They’re hearty but small enough to munch on the go without having to pause for a refuel.Makes about 18 oars
3 tbsp. desiccated coconut
2 tbsp. flax seeds, toasted
½ c. walnuts, very finely chopped
½ c. JUSTIN’S® Classic Almond Butter
2 tsp. honey
½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
½ tsp. kosher salt
½ c. almond flour
Per serving: 89 cal, 8 g fat (1 g sat), 3 g protein, 54 mg sodium, 4 g carb, 1 g sugars (.5 g added sugars), 1 g fiber
Photography: Dane Tashima; Food Stylist: Nora Singley; Prop Stylist: Pam Morris