Beyond Spirits: Agave Snack Recipes

by University of Arizona W.A. Franke Honors Students: Raquel Lille, Cole Stelse, Kseniia Pankova, and Joni Grace Li

Recipes with Agave Syrup

Scared of refined sugars? Don't want a glucose spike? But still want that sweet treat? We have the perfect substitution for you!

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index than refined sugars, meaning it causes a slower rise in blood sugar levels and may help maintain more stable energy. It’s also naturally sweeter than regular sugar, so you can use less to achieve the same sweetness, potentially reducing overall calorie intake while avoiding the empty, highly processed nature of refined sugars.

Protein Ball Ingredients:

5 diced dates

1/3 cup chia seeds

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup peanut butter

Agave syrup!

Directions: Combine all the ingredients and add the agave syrup to your liking! Stir well and shape them into ball on a tray. Chill for at least 2 hours, and enjoy!