These delicious and nutritious energy bites are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout treat, combining the natural sweetness of banana and dates with crunchy walnuts and coconut.
Ingredients
Fruits
1largebanana(broken into large pieces)
4medjool datespitted medjool dates
Nuts & Coconut
1cuptoasted walnuts(4.2 oz)
1/2cupunsweetened desiccated coconut
Oils & Spices
2teaspooncoconut oil
2teaspooncinnamon
1/2teaspoonmaple syrup(omit for Whole30)
1 pinchsea salt
Additional
1/3cupdesiccated coconut (to roll)
Instructions
In a food processor, blend banana and dates until smooth.
Add walnuts, coconut, coconut oil, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt. Pulse until well combined and mixture is thick.
Form mixture into about 16 bites using a heaping tablespoon, then roll each in desiccated coconut to coat.
Place bites on a parchment-lined sheet and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for best freshness.