Cocoa-Almond Energy Bite

These gluten-free energy balls come together in minutes in the blender and are flavored with dates, almond butter, and cocoa powder.

By Robin Asbell | Experience Life

Makes 12 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup soft dates
1/4 cup rolled oats
3 tbs. almond butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tbs. cocoa powder, plus 2 tbs. for coating

Directions

STEP 1

Place all the ingredients (minus the coating) in a powerful blender or food processor.

STEP 2

Blend, scraping down the sides frequently until the mixture forms a coarse purée.

STEP 3

Spread coating on a large plate.

STEP 4

Scoop out level tablespoons of the mixture, then roll into 1-inch balls and place on the plate.

STEP 5

Roll the balls in the coating until well covered, then place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to a month.

This recipe was originally published on March 1, 2019 on Experience Life, Life Time’s whole-life health and fitness magazine.

Photography by: Andrea D’Agosto; Prop Styling: Alicia Buszczak; Food Stylist: Paul Jackman

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