Simple Scandi Energy Bites
Made with pistachios and a hint of cardamom, a classic Scandinavian fall flavor and rolled in coconut flakes, these bites are reminiscent of Swedish chocolate balls but are healthier and vegan. They're the perfect anytime pick-me-up!
Servings: 12 bites
Calories: 110kcal
Ingredients
- 7 Medjool dates, pitted if they are dry, soak in water 10 minutes
- 5 dried apricots
- ½ cup pistachios
- ¼ cup almond or walnut butter*
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp cacao powder I really recommend Cacao Bliss*
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- 1 pinch flaky salt
- shredded coconut to roll bites in
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except for coconut flakes in a blender and pulse until a dough forms. Be careful not to overprocess, you want the crunch of the pistachios.
- Form into balls, roll in coconut and enjoy!Store in refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze.
Notes
* Cacao Bliss link
To make your own Walnut Butter simply roast raw walnuts on a sheet pan in the oven at 325 F for 10-12 minutes. Process in food processor until smooth. It will be slightly runnier than peanut butter. Let cool before using in the recipe.
Calories: 110 Protein: 3 g Fat: 8 g Carbs: 7 g Fiber: 2 g