Description
These Mocha Energy Bites are a delicious and nutritious no-nut, paleo-friendly snack packed with natural sweetness from Medjool dates, a rich mocha flavor from cocoa and instant coffee, and a boost of protein from chocolate protein powder. Perfect for an on-the-go energy boost or a healthy dessert alternative.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 13 dates)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seed butter (unsweetened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder (32g)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (24g)
- 2 tsp instant coffee
- Pinch of salt
- Water (if dough is too dry)
Instructions
- Soften the dates: Soak the pitted Medjool dates in hot water to soften them. Place the dates in a small bowl and pour hot water over them until fully submerged. Let them soak for 5-10 minutes, then drain the water thoroughly.
- Blend the dates: Place the softened dates in a food processor and blend until they form a sticky paste, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add sunflower seed butter, vanilla extract, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and a pinch of salt into the food processor. Blend all ingredients together, scraping the sides occasionally, until the dough forms a large, sticky ball. If the dough seems too dry, add a small amount of water to help it come together.
- Form energy bites: Scoop and roll the dough into balls about one tablespoon in size. You should be able to make approximately 17 energy bites.
- Store: Place the energy bites in an airtight container or a sealed bag. Store them in the refrigerator or freezer to keep fresh.
Notes
- Medjool dates provide natural sweetness and moisture, so make sure to fully soak and drain them for best texture.
- If the dough is too crumbly, add water sparingly to achieve a sticky consistency that holds its shape.
- Adjust the amount of instant coffee to taste if a stronger or milder mocha flavor is preferred.
- These bites are great for paleo diets, free of nuts, gluten, and refined sugars.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy bite (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mocha energy bites, paleo snacks, no nuts energy bites, healthy snack, chocolate protein snacks, quick energy bites
