Fresh Cacao Bites Snack (Printable Version)
No-bake bites combine raw cacao, dates, and nuts for a delicious, energizing snack option.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dried Fruits
01 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 10-12 dates)
→ Nuts & Seeds
02 - 3/4 cup raw almonds
03 - 1/4 cup raw cashews
→ Chocolate
04 - 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
→ Binding & Flavor
05 - 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
→ Optional for Rolling
08 - 2 tbsp shredded coconut
09 - 2 tbsp cacao nibs
# How To Make:
01 - Combine almonds and cashews in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely ground with some texture remaining.
02 - Add pitted dates, cacao powder, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Process until the mixture begins to clump together and forms a sticky, pliable dough.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into smooth, uniform balls using your hands. If the dough sticks, lightly moisten your hands with water.
04 - For extra texture and flavor, roll finished bites in shredded coconut or cacao nibs, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Arrange bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm and set.
06 - Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These come together in literally 15 minutes with zero cooking required
- The energy boost is real without any sugar crash later
02 -
- Overprocessing the nuts turns them into butter instead of maintaining that satisfying crunch
- The mixture should hold its shape when squeezed but still feel slightly moist to the touch
03 -
- Warm your dates in the microwave for 15 seconds if they seem too dry to blend properly
- Wet your hands slightly with water between rolling to prevent sticking without adding extra oil