Paleo Energy Bites (Nut Free)
 
 
Ingredients
  • 20 Medjool dates softened (I usually steam them in a colander over a pot of water)
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ tsp cinnamon powder
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • Optional:
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. In a food processor add softened dates and process until macerated.
  2. Add sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds and pulse until well chopped.
  3. Add coconut, cinnamon and sea salt and pulse to combine, scraping down sides as needed. If too sticky add additional coconut one tbsp at a time.
  4. If adding dried fruit add them now and pulse just enough to mix them in.
  5. Remove from food processor and manually stir in mini chocolate chips if adding.
  6. Line a dish or baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop out mixture and roll into balls. I like to use a small ice cream scoop to keep them consistent. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
  7. **store in refrigerator to maintain firmness. yields ~30 (tbsp sized)
Recipe by The Nourishing Gourmet at https://www.thenourishinggourmet.com/paleo-energy-bites-nut-free/