Description
Healthy Dark Chocolate Almond Joy Bites are a scrumptious and nutritious treat that brings together the indulgent flavors of dark chocolate, crunchy almonds, and sweet coconut. Perfect for satisfying your cravings without derailing your health goals, these bites are ideal as a quick snack, post-workout treat, or dessert. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients like dates and cocoa powder, they offer a delightful balance of taste and nutrition. Best of all, they require no baking—simply blend, shape, and enjoy! Rich in energy-boosting nutrients and easy to customize with your favorite nuts or seeds, these bites are sure to become a staple in your healthy snacking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup unsalted whole almonds
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup natural cocoa powder
- 1–2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine dates, almonds, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Process until finely chopped; the mixture should stick together when pressed. If too crumbly, add a tablespoon of water or melted coconut oil.
- Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls using a cookie scoop or your hands.
- Place on a plate or tray; enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg