Almond Date Energy Bites
No-bake bites of soft Medjool dates, toasted almonds, rolled oats and cocoa, with cinnamon and a pinch of salt. A make-ahead snack for lunchboxes and busy afternoons.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 20 min
- Serves
- 16
If your dates are dry or stiff, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes and drain well before using. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, or freeze for 3 months and eat straight from the freezer.
Method
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Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly golden, about . Cool for .
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Pulse the almonds in a food processor until coarsely ground, with some small pieces left for texture.
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Add the dates, oats, cocoa, cinnamon, salt and vanilla. Process until the mixture is crumbly and clumps together when pressed.
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If it feels dry, add the warm water 1 teaspoon at a time and pulse again.
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Scoop level tablespoons and roll into balls with damp hands, making about 16.
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Roll each ball in the shredded coconut, then chill for to firm up.
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