PHRECIPE

Coconut Date Energy Bites

Makes: 12-14 Balls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup unsweetened dried coconut
  • 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
  • 12 pitted dates, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup water (you might not need all of this!)
  • zest of one orange
  • pinch of salt
  • extra coconut for rolling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make sure your dates are pitted, and then chop them into bite sized pieces. Add dates, oats, coconut, vanilla, salt, and pepitas to a food processor.
  2. Zest one orange over top of the food processor, and then let it spin.
  3. The mixture will be dry and crumbly - let it process for a minute just to break down some of the bigger ingredients.
  4. Slowly add about 1/4 cup of water - add just until the mixture becomes wet and a bit sticky.
  5. Scoop out tablespoon sized portions and roll into balls. They will have a bit of stickiness to them, so I like to roll them in dried coconut to help prevent them from sticking together.
  6. These can be eaten at room temp, but I prefer them cooled in the refrigerator. Pack for snacks, hikes, bike rides, or any other long day where you might need a quick boost.

Source: Emily Malone, Daily Garnish

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