Healthy Chocolate Coconut Energy Bites
These energy bites are naturally sweetened with dates. They're chewy, sweet, and satisfying! You need to make these for your next grab-and-go snack!
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup pitted dates
- 3 tbsp. cocoa powder, unsweetened
- 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed
- ½ cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch sea salt
Instructions
Soften the dates
- Measure out the dates, then cover completely with hot water. Let sit for 5 minutes to hydrate and soften the dates. Drain the water before continuing to next step.
Blend ingredients
- Add softened dates and all remaining ingredients to blender or food processor. Pulse until mixture is well combined.
- Roll into tablespoon sized balls. Roll bites in additional cocoa powder to coat the outside if desired and enjoy! Store in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
- Bites will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.