Lemon-Coconut Energy Bites
Delightfully truffle-esque, these nutrient-packed vegan (and gluten-free!) lemon-coconut energy bites are the ideal guilt-free treat.
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Recipes
Servings: 22 bites
- 2 packed cups pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup unsweetened finely shredded coconut plus extra for coating the bites
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger optional
- Pinch of sea salt
Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor. Process until the ingredients are well incorporated and take on a dough-like consistency. (When the “dough” starts to form a ball in the food processor, you're good to go.)
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and pop it in the freezer for 15 minutes. (This step is optional, but it’s easier to mold the balls when the mixture is slightly chilled.)
With damp hands (I like to rub mine with a little coconut oil, but you do you), roll tablespoon-sized amounts of the mixture into balls and place them on a plate or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Pour a little shredded coconut into a bowl (you shouldn’t need more than 3-4 tablespoons). Roll each bite in the coconut, using your hands to help press the coconut into the surface.
Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.