4-Ingredient No-Bake Brownie Bites

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup Medjool dates (pitted and packed; if dry, soak in hot water for 10 minutes then drain)
• 0.5 cup nut butter (such as almond, peanut, or cashew butter; can use seed butter for nut-free)
• 0.33 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 0.25 tsp sea salt (plus extra for sprinkling)
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate (chips or chopped bar, melted for coating)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the pitted dates in a high-speed food processor and pulse until they form a thick, sticky paste or a ball.

2. 2

   Add the nut butter, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt to the food processor.

3. 3

   Process the mixture until all ingredients are fully combined and a dough-like consistency forms.

4. 4

   Scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll between your palms to form smooth balls.

5. 5

   Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals or using a double boiler until smooth.

6. 6

   Dip each brownie ball into the melted chocolate to coat, then place on a parchment-lined tray.

7. 7

   Sprinkle a little extra sea salt on top of the wet chocolate if desired.

8. 8

   Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 20-30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Notes

Store these bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months. If the dates are very dry, soaking them in hot water for 10 minutes before processing is essential for the right texture.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• snack
• no-bake
• gluten-free
• dairy-free
• vegan
• refined sugar-free
• meal prep