These chocolate energy bites are packed with natural protein from the nuts/seeds, energizing carbohydrates from the dates, and antioxidants from the cacao. They are also super simple and fun to make, especially if you choose to roll them in toppings!
1cupMedjool datespitted and chopped (dried figs work too!)
2-4tbspwater
1/4cupcacao nibs or chocolate chips
Melted chocolatecacao powder, and hemp seed hearts, optional for coating
Instructions
Place seeds/nuts in a food processor, and process until finely ground. Pulse in cacao, vanilla, and salt.
Pulse in the chopped dates and then water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together nicely (you may need to stop a few times and scrape down the sides and separate the dough if it forms a ball).
Pulse in the cacao nibs or chips.
Roll pieces of the dough into small, tablespoon-sized balls. You may top them with melted chocolate, roll them in cacao, hemp hearts, shredded coconut, or any other toppings of choice.
Place your energy bites in a container in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 30 minutes, then serve!
Notes
Note: these energy bites keep best stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a week!
Keyword chocolate, energy bites, nourishing snacks, vegan snacks