Reminiscent of a decadent dessert, these brownie energy bites are delicious and do not require baking.
Wholesome, simplistic, quick, and easy best describes this combination. They are a great afternoon snack, a treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, and do not taste bland. The chocolate flavor does not disappoint.
If you enjoy dark chocolate brownies with chopped nuts, you will love these energy bites. No baking is one bonus, the other is they are packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. A few pulses in a food processor and you are all set.
7 Ingredients You Will Need:
Flaxseed meal: A great source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber (I use Bob’s Red Mill)
Medjool Dates: High in fiber, antioxidant rich, and adds a natural sweetness
Cashew butter: Naturally sweet, loaded with healthy fats and magnesium
Cashews: Low in sugar, adds crunch, and all the benefits of cashew butter
Cocoa Powder: Natural antioxidants
Vanilla Extract
Sea Salt
Make Them Nut-Free:
In our family, each of us has a food sensitivity. I usually make two batches of these – one without nuts. I recommend substituting the cashews with sunflower seeds and the cashew butter for sunflower butter.
4 Simple Steps Using a Food Processor:
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Ingredients
10 Medjool dates, pitted
1/2 cup cashews, unsalted
1/4 cup cashew butter
1/4 cup golden flaxseed meal
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (use 1/4 teaspoon if cashews are salted)
Instructions
- Add dates and cashews to the food processor. Pulse a few times to slightly break them down.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend on high until a moist coarse meal is formed.
- Scoop two tablespoons of mixture into the palm of your hand. Press tight to mesh the mixture together and then form a ball.
- Store brownie energy bites in an airtight container.
Notes
For finer chunks of cashews, run cashews through the food processor before adding dates. If using salted cashews, reduce salt to 1/4 teaspoon. Make it nut-free: Substitute cashew butter and cashews, for sunflower butter and seeds.
