Almond Chocolate Coconut Energy Treats (Printable Version)
Rich no-bake bites with almonds, chocolate, and coconut for quick energy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts & Seeds
01 - 1 cup raw almonds
→ Dried Fruit
02 - 1/2 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 6–7 dates)
→ Sweetener
03 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
→ Chocolate
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
→ Coconut
05 - 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
→ Binders & Flavor
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt
# How To Make:
01 - Place almonds in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
02 - Add dates, cocoa powder, 3/4 cup shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until the mixture holds together when pressed (about 1–2 minutes).
03 - Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls using your hands.
04 - Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut to coat evenly.
05 - Arrange on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set.
06 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They satisfy intense chocolate cravings without any refined sugar or weird ingredients
- The recipe comes together in literally fifteen minutes with zero cooking required
- They keep beautifully for over a week so you can meal prep once and be set
02 -
- If the mixture feels too dry and crumbly add another date or a teaspoon of water
- Wet hands make rolling so much easier and prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms
03 -
- Medjool dates are worth the extra cost since they're softer and blend more easily than other varieties
- Let the food processor run a bit longer than you think necessary to really break down those tough date skins