Vegan Pear Bites Snack (Printable Version)

Juicy pear bites with crunchy nuts and warming spices, perfect for a healthy and flavorful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced

→ Nuts & Seeds

02 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
03 - 1/4 cup raw walnuts
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds

→ Dried Fruit

05 - 1/2 cup pitted Medjool dates

→ Spices & Flavorings

06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Coating (optional)

10 - 2 tablespoons finely shredded unsweetened coconut

# How To Make:

01 - Place almonds and walnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
02 - Add dates, diced pears, chia seeds, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the processor. Process until the mixture sticks together and forms clumps.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions with damp hands and roll into balls.
04 - Roll each ball in shredded coconut for added texture and flavor, if desired.
05 - Place bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ridiculously easy to make with just a food processor and your hands—no baking required, which means your kitchen stays cool and your counters stay clean
  • You'll have guilt-free snacks that actually satisfy sweet cravings while keeping you energized throughout the day
  • Everyone assumes they're complicated when you offer them one, but you'll know the beautiful truth is they take just 15 minutes
02 -
  • The moisture content of your pears matters more than anything else—juicy pears create a naturally binding mixture, while mealy pears will leave you with crumbly bites that won't hold together. If your pears feel dry, the mixture might need an extra date or two to become sticky enough
  • Don't skip the refrigeration step. Room temperature bites feel soft and tend to fall apart when you pick them up, but chilled bites have a satisfying firmness that makes eating them feel intentional and delicious
03 -
  • If your dough feels too dry after processing, resist the urge to add liquid—instead, add one more pitted date and process again. Dates release moisture as they break down, and this natural approach keeps the texture perfect
  • Let your bites sit at room temperature for five minutes before eating them straight from the fridge; they soften just enough to taste creamy without becoming mushy, and the flavors seem to bloom as they warm slightly

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