No Bake Brownie Bites (Print version)

Rich, fudgy chocolate bites made with dates, walnuts, and cocoa powder. Ready in 15 minutes, no oven required.

# What you need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup walnuts or almonds
02 - 1 cup pitted dates
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
05 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1/8 tsp salt

→ Toppings

08 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
09 - 2 tbsp shredded coconut
10 - 2 tbsp chopped nuts

# Directions:

01 - Combine walnuts, rolled oats, and cocoa powder in a food processor. Pulse until finely ground and uniform.
02 - Add pitted dates, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until mixture holds together when pressed. Add 1-2 teaspoons water if too dry.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls using hands. Coat with chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts if desired.
04 - Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • They come together in literally fifteen minutes with zero baking required
  • The fudgy texture rivals any baked brownie but with wholesome ingredients
02 -
  • The mixture will seem dry at first but keep processing it will come together
  • Room temperature dates blend much more easily than refrigerated ones
03 -
  • Let the food processor run longer than you think necessary for the smoothest texture
  • Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent sticking

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