Desserts

No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Energy Bites

33

What could be better than super easy, no-bake chocolately pieces of heaven? I love that these Energy Bites are SO healthy, and I can enjoy them for a quick breakfast running out the door to work, an afternoon snack, or even dessert! It also amazes me that there is no sugar! All the sweetness comes from the dates. =)

22
1 cup almond slices
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
3 tablespoons ground flax seed (if possible, use whole flax seeds and grind them yourself)
1/4 teaspoon ground sea salt
1 1/2 cups organic old fashioned oats
1 pound dates, seeds removed
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/3 cup unrefined coconut oil, melted
1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (finely shredded will stick better)
Add the almonds to a food processor and process about 30 seconds, until finely chopped. Add cocoa, flax seed, sea salt and oats. Process another 20 seconds or so, until blended. Add dates, maple syrup and...
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions

Calories
73

Sodium
37mg
1% DV

Fat
4g
7% DV

Protein
1g
2% DV

Carbs
8g
2% DV

Fiber
1g
7% DV