COCONUT-LIME ENERGY BITES

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These energy bites not only hit the spot for something sweet, they're also nutrient-dense and hit all your macros.

Provided by Cara Clark

Categories     HarperCollins     snack     Breakfast     Date     Coconut     Oat     Nut     Lime     Quick and Healthy     Healthy     Dairy Free     Seed

Yield 28 to 30 bites

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup pitted dates
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes, plus extra for rolling
½ cup macadamia nuts or cashews
¼ cup hemp seeds
2 tablespoons white chia seeds (black chia are okay, too)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cashew butter
Zest and juice of 2 limes
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon spirulina or chlorella powder (optional)
½ teaspoon maca powder (optional)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients and pulse until the mixture is evenly chopped and beginning to stick together and form a ball. Transfer the "dough" to a medium bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Using a small ice cream scoop, or about ½ tablespoon measure, portion the dough into balls. Roll each ball with your hands to make it smooth.
  • Sprinkle shredded coconut or coconut flakes onto a plate and roll the balls in it to lightly coat. Store the bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or the freezer for up to 1 month.

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