Date and Walnut Energy Bites

Date and Walnut Energy Bites

These dairy-free energy bites are naturally sweetened with dates and packed with healthy fats from walnuts. No baking required.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup raw walnuts
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1–2 tablespoons water (if needed)

Instructions

1. Add dates to a food processor and pulse until they form a paste.
2. Add walnuts, oats, cocoa, chia seeds, vanilla, and salt. Pulse until well combined and the mixture holds together when pressed.
3. If too dry, add water 1 teaspoon at a time.
4. Roll into 1-inch balls (makes about 16 bites).
5. Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.