Grab ‘n’ Go Peanut Butter and Date Energy Bites

Name: Grab ‘n’ Go Peanut Butter and Date Energy Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: Makes: approximately 18 pieces
Ingredients: 175 g / 6.2 oz (1 cup) soft, pitted, and packed dates (such as Medjool)*; 75 g / 2.6 oz (around ¼ cup) natural peanut butter* (any nut butter, such as almond or cashew, will also work); 150 g / 5.3 oz (1 cup) unsalted almonds (walnuts or peanuts are also nice—any nut works!), roughly chopped; Handful of flax seeds (1–2 tablespoons); 125 g / 4.4 oz (1 cup) whole rolled oats (can also replace with instant oats); A pinch of salt; Drizzle of honey (optional); ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Handful of sunflower seeds (1–2 tablespoons); ½ tablespoon chia seeds

Preparation info

Makes: approximately
18 pieces

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
25 min

Appears in

52 Weeks 52 Sweets

By Vedika Luthra

Published 2021

About

Filled with wholesome ingredients, this recipe gives you a healthier option when it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth. These energy bites are packed with natural sugar, spice, and all things nice and are an excellent source of protein. The Medjool dates in this recipe are key, as they not only act as a binding agent, but also bring sweetness and lend a slight caramel flavor to this tasty treat. You could also try this recipe with raisins, prunes, or dried apricots (see the