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Spiced Nut & Dried Fruit Energy Bites

Spiced Nut & Dried Fruit Energy Bites

Snack
Prep Time
25min
Cook Time
15min
Servings
1
Calories
320
Chef's Note

For the best flavor development, toast the nuts yourself rather than using pre-roasted ones. If the mixture seems too dry to form into balls, add an extra teaspoon of coconut oil or honey. For a lower glycemic option, substitute half the dates with more nuts and a touch more honey.

Tags
make-ahead
healthy
vegan
gluten-free
dairy-free
no-bake
energy
nuts
dried fruit
snack
Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup raw almonds

  • 1/4 cup raw walnuts

  • 1/4 cup raw cashews

  • 6 whole medjool dates

  • 1/4 cup dried apricots

  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries

  • 2 tablespoons dried goji berries

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal

  • 1 tablespoon raw honey

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions
  • 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Spread the almonds, walnuts, and cashews on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant, stirring halfway through.

  • 2

    Allow the toasted nuts to cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a food processor.

  • 3

    While the nuts are cooling, pit the medjool dates and roughly chop the dried apricots.

  • 4

    Pulse the nuts in the food processor until coarsely chopped, about 10-15 pulses.

  • 5

    Add the dates, dried apricots, dried cranberries, and goji berries to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together, about 15-20 pulses.

  • 6

    Add the chia seeds, flaxseed meal, honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and sea salt. Process until the mixture forms a sticky dough that holds together when pressed, about 30-45 seconds.

  • 7

    Place the shredded coconut in a small bowl.

  • 8

    Using a tablespoon measure, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll between your palms to form balls about 1-inch in diameter.

  • 9

    Roll each ball in the shredded coconut to coat the outside.

  • 10

    Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

  • 11

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

Nutrition Information (per serving)
320
Calories
8g
Protein
35g
Carbs
18g
Fat
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