Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
These chocolate chip energy bites are a quick, no-bake snack made with simple ingredients like cashews, dates, and chocolate chips for a naturally sweet, satisfying treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cashews
- 1½ cups pitted Medjool dates
- 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Add cashews to a food processor and pulse until they form small crumbs.
- Add dates, vanilla, and salt, then process until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Add chocolate chips and pulse briefly to combine.
- Scoop and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat.
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Notes
- If the mixture feels too dry, add another date or a small spoonful of nut butter.
- If it feels too sticky, add a few more cashews and pulse again.
- You can press the mixture into a pan and slice into bars instead of rolling into bites.
- Each serving contains approximately 150–180 calories, 3–4g protein, and 1–2g fiber depending on size.
