CHIA ENERGY BITES

May 07, 2018 by Renee Tavoularis

CHIA ENERGY BITES

The combination of dates, chia seeds and coconut in these healthy snack bites will leave you full and satisfied thanks to the protein in the chia seeds, dietary fiber in the dates and healthy fats from the coconut.
MAKES 10 - 12 PIECES
15 MINUTES
RAW
VEGAN
GLUTEN-FREE

INGREDIENTS

15 large dates, pitted
½ cup almond flour
¼ cup unsweetened, shredded coconut
¼ cup chia seeds
2 tablespoons ground flax
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch sea salt

INSTRUCTIONS

In a food processor, pulse the pitted dates until chopped and beginning to form a ball.
Add in the remaining ingredients and blend for 1 minute or until a dough forms that holds its shape when squeezed together.
Roll mixture into 10 - 12 balls and store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to eat.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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