These delicious Almond Joy Energy Bites are a perfect no-bake treat combining dates, coconut, almonds, and chocolate for a chewy, satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Dried Fruits and Nuts
1cuppitted Medjool dates
1cupunsweetened shredded coconut
0.5cupraw almonds
0.25cupalmond butter
2tablespoonscoconut oil
1teaspoonpure vanilla extract
0.25teaspoonsea salt
0.33cupdark chocolate chips
2-3tablespoonswater(as needed to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
Remove pits from dates and pulse in a food processor 5-7 times until broken down and starting to form a ball.
Add shredded coconut, almonds, almond butter, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Process for 1 minute, scraping sides as needed, until mixture is uniform and clumping.
Add chocolate chips and pulse 4-5 times to incorporate while leaving some chunks.
If mixture is too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing until sticky and holds together.
Form mixture into balls using a tablespoon or scoop, rolling firmly, and place on a parchment-lined sheet. Chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Chilling helps the bites firm up and improves texture.