Espresso Almond Date Bites

Espresso Almond Date Bites

No-bake bites blending chewy dates with rich espresso and toasted almonds

Total 45 min Makes 16 bites Calories 92/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Tree nuts

These no-bake energy bites combine pitted dates, toasted almonds, and finely ground espresso for a chewy, caffeinated snack. A quick spin in the food processor and a short chill are all they need. They work well as a midday pick-me-up, pre-workout snack, or a bite-sized treat alongside coffee.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups pitted dates, packed
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground espresso
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon water, as needed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds, for coating

Method

  1. Toast the raw almonds in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

  2. In a food processor, pulse the toasted almonds until coarsely chopped, about 10 pulses.

  3. Add the pitted dates, ground espresso, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor. Process until the mixture forms a sticky, coarse paste, scraping down the sides as needed, about 1 to 2 minutes.

  4. If the mixture is too dry to hold together when pressed, add water 1 teaspoon at a time and pulse until it comes together.

  5. Scoop out level tablespoons of the mixture and roll firmly between your palms into 1-inch balls, forming about 16 bites total.

  6. Spread the finely chopped almonds on a small plate and roll each ball in the almonds to coat the outside.

  7. Arrange the bites on a plate or in an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator until firm.

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Espresso Almond Date Bites

These no-bake energy bites combine pitted dates, toasted almonds, and finely ground espresso for a chewy, caffeinated snack. A quick spin in the food processor and a short chill are all they need. They work well as a midday pick-me-up, pre-workout snack, or a bite-sized treat alongside coffee.

45 min 16 bites 92 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups pitted dates, packed
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground espresso
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon water, as needed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds, for coating

Method

  1. 1

    Toast the raw almonds in a dry 9-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    In a food processor, pulse the toasted almonds until coarsely chopped, about 10 pulses.

  3. 3

    Add the pitted dates, ground espresso, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor. Process until the mixture forms a sticky, coarse paste, scraping down the sides as needed, about 1 to 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    If the mixture is too dry to hold together when pressed, add water 1 teaspoon at a time and pulse until it comes together.

  5. 5

    Scoop out level tablespoons of the mixture and roll firmly between your palms into 1-inch balls, forming about 16 bites total.

  6. 6

    Spread the finely chopped almonds on a small plate and roll each ball in the almonds to coat the outside.

  7. 7

    Arrange the bites on a plate or in an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator until firm.