Heart-Healthy Mini Almond Joy Bites
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these **Heart-Healthy Mini Almond Joy Bites**, a no-bake treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with wholesome ingredients like raw almonds, unsweetened coconut flakes, and sweet Medjool dates, these bite-sized delights offer a naturally sweet flavor with a satisfying crunch. A touch of cocoa creates a rich chocolatey base, while a luscious dark chocolate coating provides the perfect finishing touch. These vegan and refined sugar-free bites come together in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal snack or dessert for busy days. Store them in the fridge for an easy, grab-and-go energy boost that's brimming with plant-based goodness! Perfect for those looking for healthier dessert options, these chocolate coconut bites are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while supporting your heart health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw almonds
- 1 cup Coconut flakes (unsweetened)
- 10 pieces Medjool dates (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or more)
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil
Instructions
Place the raw almonds in a food processor. Pulse several times until the almonds are finely chopped.
Add the coconut flakes, pitted dates, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor.
Process the mixture until it starts to clump together and turns into a sticky but manageable dough. This might take about 1-2 minutes.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into small balls. You should get approximately 24 mini bites.
Place the rolled bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Set aside while you prepare the chocolate coating.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is smoothly melted.
Using a fork, dip each bite into the melted chocolate, ensuring they're well-coated, and then return them to the parchment paper.
Let the chocolate set at room temperature or place the bites in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes for quicker setting.
Once set, transfer the mini bites to an airtight container. Keep them stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.1 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.8 g | 529% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 628 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.4 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 73.6 g | 263% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3917 mg | 83% | |
*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.
