Ingredients

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup raw almonds
• 2 Tbsp. toasted coconut chips
• 1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 Tbsp. almond butter
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 1-2 tsp. water

Steps

1. Blend almonds in a food processor until finely chopped.
2. Add coconut chips and pulse until finely chopped.
3. Add remaining ingredients and process until the mixture is sticky and holds together when pressed.
4. Stir in 1/4 cup small vegan chocolate chips.
5. Using disposable cooking gloves, roll mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands. Makes 12 small bites.
6. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

This recipe for Date Energy Bites was inspired by a recipe generated by ChatGPT”. 

Nutrient	Approx. Amount
Calories	~103–105 kcal
Total Fat	~5.7 g
Protein	~2.0–2.1 g
Sugar	~8.5–9 g
Sodium	~5–6 mg
Cholesterol	0 mg

For added protein add 1 Tbsp. chia seeds.