I was introduced to these by my super awesome cycle teacher who is also a health coach and an all around super gal. She brought these to me after my daughter was born along with a healthy meal for my family. I was amazed that something so yummy could also be healthy.
When my husband and I decided to do Whole 30 last fall, I began making these on a regular basis. I was continually modifying the recipe until I found exactly how I wanted it. It definitely helped curb the sweet cravings.
And now I am sharing it with you!
Ingredients
- ~30 dates, dried and pitted
- 2 Tb chia seeds
- 1/2 cup almonds (or nut of choice)
- 1/4 cup cacao powder (or cocoa-it tastes yummy, just not the same health benefits)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 Tb coconut oil
- 1 Tb vanilla extract**
Directions
Step 1: Place all ingredient in food processor, and blend until well mixed.
Step 2: Roll into 1 inch balls. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Yields approximately 15 energy bites.
**Please note, the vanilla extract is technically not allowed in Whole 30. But if that is not a concern for you, I highly recommend adding it!
Enjoy!!
Looks amazing! I’m always on the lookout for homemade snacks for the kids. Do these hold together well?
They do! From what I understand, it depends on the dates whether they are dry and crumbly or not. If it is too crumbly, add more liquid. I hope your kids like them!