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Peanut Butter Cocoa Energy Bites

Cook Time10 minutes
Soak time1 hour
Course: Dessert

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 10-12 mejdool dates
  • 2-3 tbsp high quality cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 tsp chia seeds
  • 2 tsp hemp seeds
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Soak the dates in warm water for 1 hour
  • Make sure that all the pits are removed. Drain and transfer to a food processor. Squeeze out any excess water.
  • Add the remaining ingredients: peanut butter, almond flour, chia seeds and hemp seeds and vanilla extract.
  • Pulse to combine, scraping the edges if they begin to stick.
  • Once combined the consistency should be sticky, but not too wet. It should be firm enough to roll into balls. If the consistency is too wet, add 1 tbsp almond flour at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Roll the mixture into equal sized balls. (Around 1 inch diameter)
  • Optionally, roll the balls in a light coating of cocoa powder or crushed peanuts.
  • Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat!

Notes

Optional add ins: peanuts, coconut, chocolate chipsĀ