Healthy No-Bake Chocolate-Date Bites

Steps

1. 1

   Line a plate or small baking sheet with parchment paper. If the dates are dry or firm, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes, then drain and pat them dry.

   Start 10-minute timer
2. 2

   Place the almonds and rolled oats in a food processor. Pulse until they are broken into a coarse, crumbly meal; do not process to a completely smooth flour.

3. 3

   Add the dates, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, and sea salt. Process until the mixture is sticky and holds together when pressed between your fingers.

4. 4

   Add the water, one teaspoon at a time, only if the mixture remains too dry to hold together. Process briefly after each addition.

5. 5

   Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of mixture for each bite and roll between your palms into compact balls. Roll in additional shredded coconut if desired.

6. 6

   Arrange the bites on the parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, until firm. Store covered in the refrigerator.

   Start 15-minute timer