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Healthy Coconut & Chocolate Energy Bites Recipe

Written by Liz Brown

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Baking is a serious skill that not everyone is blessed with. Unless you had a Granny that really showed you the ropes in the kitchen, it’s likely that baking isn’t a part of your repertoire. In general, baking is a lot more precise than cooking—which means there’s A LOT more room for mistakes and a lot LESS room for adding your ingredients like Emeril Lagasse…“BAM!”

But, if you love baked goods as much as, well… everyone, but you aren’t exactly Paula Deen, you are going to love this chocolate energy bites recipe because it tastes like a decadent dessert right out of the oven, but requires absolutely no baking!  🍫

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5 Reasons To Make These Chocolate Energy Bites


I could go on and on about why you need to try these little balls of heaven… but I’ll spare you the long, drawn out story and keep it short and sweet. If you’re looking for the top five reasons why making these
chocolate energy bites needs to be at the top of your to-do list this week, here they are:

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How To Make Healthy No-Bake Chocolate Energy Bites


Making a batch of
healthy no-bake chocolate energy bites is easier than you think. The only kitchen appliances you’ll need is a food processor. Simply mix all the ingredients in a food processor, and roll the “dough” into 1 inch balls. Roll the energy bites into some shredded coconut flakes, pop them in the fridge for about 30 minutes, and voila!

healthy no-bake chocolate energy bites

Healthy Chocolate Energy Bites Recipe

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy snack to curb cravings, boost energy, and is super easy to make, you are going to love these no-bake chocolate energy bites!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: 16 energy bites

Ingredients

  • ½ cup walnuts
  • 1-2 scoops of Super Youth Chocolate Cake
  • 15 whole pitted dates, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup shredded coconut, unsweetened (divided in half)
  • 1 ½ Tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 Tbsp water

Steps

  1. Place walnuts in a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
  2. Place ¼ cup of shredded coconut into a small bowl and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients into a food processor and mix until well blended.
  4. Using a tablespoon measure, spoon out mixture and roll into individual balls. You can use plastic gloves during this step to keep your hands clean, but if you don’t have any, here’s a tip—wet your hands with water before starting the rolling process to avoid excess batter to stick to your hand.
  5. Coat each ball in the reserved 1/4 cup shredded coconut.
  6. Place on a parchment covered baking sheet and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes until they harden.
  7. Store in the fridge in an airtight container or plastic bag for up to two weeks.

About The Author

Liz Brown

Fitness & Nutrition Expert (CPT., FNS.)

Liz is a health & wellness expert, writer, and editor with over a decade of experience in the fitness & nutrition industry. She emphasizes research and simplifies complex topics to help make healthy living simple and sustainable. When she isn't researching and writing, she's sharing delicious recipes, easy DIYs, and home decor tips on her blog and social media.

More from Liz, visit: Personal Blog, TikTok, Instagram

Credentials

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer(since 2012)
  • NASM Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist (since 2014)
  • Credentialed Coach Practitioner, Coach Training Academy
  • B.A. Liberal Studies (Health & Nutrition Sciences)
  • A.A. Liberal Arts (STEM)

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