Dairy-Free Almond Chocolate Protein Bites
Satisfy your sweet tooth and fuel your day with these irresistible Dairy-Free Almond Chocolate Protein Bites! Packed with wholesome ingredients like creamy unsweetened almond butter, nutrient-dense Medjool dates, and gluten-free rolled oats, these no-bake snacks deliver a perfect balance of flavor and nourishment. The rich chocolate flavor comes from cocoa powder and a chocolate-flavored dairy-free protein powder, while hints of vanilla and a touch of maple syrup deliver just the right amount of sweetness. Chia seeds add a boost of fiber and texture, and dairy-free dark chocolate chips provide bursts of indulgence in every bite. These energy-boosting bites are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and ideal for meal-prep, making them a convenient, healthy snack for busy lifestyles. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, they’re a guilt-free treat you’ll want on hand all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond butter
- 12 pieces Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup Rolled oats, gluten-free
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free protein powder (chocolate-flavored)
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 cup Dairy-free dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Blend the pitted Medjool dates in a food processor until they form a smooth paste.
Add the almond butter, almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, and vanilla extract to the food processor. Blend until well combined.
In a small bowl, mix the chia seeds with water to form a gel. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Add the chia seed gel, maple syrup, and rolled oats to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture comes together.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the dairy-free dark chocolate chips using a spatula.
Take approximately one tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Place the bites onto a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 389 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
