Servings: 12 bites
Chocolate-Covered Energy Bites Recipe
These easy, wholesome protein bites come with a chocolate layer for maximum enjoyment! Made with all healthy ingredients for easy snacking, they are customizable and so delicious! Use this as a base recipe for all of your snacking needs!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond butter or peanut butter*
- ⅔ cup quick oats or rolled oats
- ½ cup protein powder or more oats
- 3 Tbsp hemp seeds or ground flax seed
- 4 Tbsp pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
- 6 to 8 pitted medjool dates or 3 to 5 Tbsp pure maple syrup to taste
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract optional
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 2-6 Tbsp water**
Chocolate Layer:
- ⅔ cup chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt optional
Instructions
- Transfer all of the ingredients (except for the water) for the energy bites to a food processor. Process until everything is combined. The mixture should be thick and fairly crumbly.
- Add 2 tablespoons of water and continue blending the ingredients. Stop the food processor, stir, and if needed, add 1 to 3 additional tablespoons of water. I add 3 to 4 tablespoons total. The mixture is the right consistency when you can press it together easily and it keeps its shape. Similar to cookie dough, but slightly thicker.
- Use a spoon or a cookie scoop to scoop the energy ball mixture into a 12-hole muffin tray. Use the back of the spoon to press it into an even layer.
- Transfer the chocolate chips and the coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 20-second intervals, stirring well in between each interval, until melted, about 60 seconds total.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the energy bite layer. If desired, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Freeze for 1 hour, or until the chocolate is hard. Use a paring knife or a butter knife to wedge between each energy bite and the side of the muffin tin. They will pop right out! Enjoy!
- Store energy bites in an airtight container or a zip lock bag in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
*Use any nut or seed butter you love!
**Start with 2 tablespoons of water and blend well in between any additions. I use 4 tablespoons.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Bite (of 12), Calories: 321kcal, Carbohydrates: 26g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 6mg, Sodium: 115mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 16g