I believe that if you’re going to treat yourself, you can nourish yourself at the same time — so this year I'm putting a whole food spin on traditional holiday sweets. These are my kind of treats -- the ones you feel really good about indulging in (sometimes I even have them with my morning coffee!). Next time you’re looking for a quick, no-bake, holiday party treat, try my Dark Chocolate Raspberry Energy Bites! They’re a healthier alternative to traditional holiday truffles or rich, chocolate-based desserts. They’re also vegan and free of gluten and refined sugar — perfect for parties where guests have food sensitivities and allergies. You can whip these festive little bites up in just 10 minutes, and keep them on-hand for last-minute guests, holiday gatherings, or all for yourself!
Course
Snack
Prep Time10minutes
Servings24
AuthorJustine
Ingredients
1/2cupmacadamia nuts
1/2cupcashews
1/2cupraw pumpkin seeds
1/2cupshredded coconut
1/3cupcocoa powder
1/2cuppure whole grain quick oat flakes
1tspinstant coffee
4medjool dates
2tbsppure maple syrup
1/4tsppure Madagascar vanilla extract
1/8tspsea salt
1/2cupfresh raspberries
Instructions
Wash raspberries and chop medjool dates.
Combine all ingredients in a food processor, Vitamix or similar. Pulse until the mixture is mostly smooth and combined.
Now, take about 1 tbsp of the mixture and roll it in-between the palms of your hands until a ball is formed.
Then, sprinkle some shredded coconut onto a small saucer. Begin rolling bites in the shredded coconut until coated. Then, pick the coconut covered bites up and roll them around in-between the palms of your hands to embed the coconut into the surface.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Store refrigerated in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks.