Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Possibly the healthiest way to satisfy your chocolate peanut butter cravings. These delicious little energy bites are made of peanuts, peanut butter, oats, dates and other wholesome ingredients. They're the perfect hiking or road trip snack!
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts, unsalted
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter, smooth
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened or dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces
Instructions
- Add the dates, peanuts, peanut butter, oats and vanilla to a food processor. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the chopped chocolate and pulse a few times to combine.
- Form the dough into about 12 little balls using your hands.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. You can eat them straight from the freezer!
Notes
I used a lightly salted peanut butter. If using a natural peanut butter, add a small pinch of salt.
You can replace the chocolate for 1-2 tablespoons of cocoa nibs.