No Bake Protein Bites
Easy No Bake Protein Bites are a healthy low calorie energy snack. Made with dates, almonds, unsweetened cocoa powder and no added sugar.
Servings: 16 squares
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds optional
Instructions
- Place the almonds in a food processor and process until finely ground.
- Add in the melted coconut oil and continue processing until the mxture resembles almond butter.
- Add in the pitted dates and continue to process until smooth.
- Add in the cocoa powder and process until well blended.
- Remove the blade of the food processor and scoop the nut/date mixture onto a piece of parchment paper. Shape the mixture into a rectangle about 1/2 inch high.
- If using sunflower seeds, scatter over the top of the nut/date log and gently press the seeds into the log.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the refrigerator and slice into squares.
Notes
These bites keep well in the refrigerator and are best eaten within a few days.