Description
These No-Bake Brownie Bites are a quick and healthy treat made from Medjool dates, raw walnuts, and cocoa powder. Perfect for a nutritious snack, they require no baking and come together in just 40 minutes. With a chewy, chocolatey texture and optional mini chocolate chips for extra indulgence, they are ideal for anyone looking for a wholesome dessert or energy bite.
Ingredients
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Brownie Bites
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup raw walnuts (or almonds)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Grind the Walnuts: In a food processor, pulse walnuts until finely ground, making sure not to over-process them into a paste. This creates the base texture for the brownie bites.
- Combine Ingredients: Add pitted Medjool dates, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the food processor. Blend all ingredients together until the mixture is sticky and forms a dough-like consistency that holds when pressed.
- Add Chocolate Chips: If desired, gently fold in the mini chocolate chips by hand to add bursts of chocolate in the bites.
- Form the Bites: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your hands to form small, bite-sized balls. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- Chill to Set: Place the formed brownie bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the texture before serving.
- Store Properly: Keep the brownie bites stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze them for up to 1 month to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute almonds for walnuts if preferred for a different nut flavor.
- Ensure dates are soft and moist for easier blending; soak in warm water if they are dry.
- Mini chocolate chips are optional but add a nice texture and extra chocolate flavor.
- These bites are best stored chilled to keep their shape and texture.
- To make them vegan, ensure chocolate chips used are dairy-free.
