Description
These Cinnamon Apple Energy Bites are a wholesome and delicious snack packed with natural sweetness from dried apples and medjool dates, combined with the nuttiness of almonds and warm spices like cinnamon and allspice. Perfect for a quick energy boost, they require no baking and come together in just minutes using a food processor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup dried apples
- 1/2 cup medjool dates, pits removed
- 1/2 cup unsalted almonds
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon allspice (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons water (more if needed)
Instructions
- Soak Dates: Soak the medjool dates in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them, which will make blending easier and help create a cohesive mixture.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the soaked dates (drained), dried apples, unsalted almonds, old fashioned oats, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, allspice (if using), and water into a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture forms a thick paste or dough-like consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
- Form Energy Bites: Scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and roll them into balls with your hands. If the mixture is too dry to form balls, add a small amount of water and blend again.
- Store Properly: Place the energy bites in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for longer storage. Enjoy as a healthy snack anytime you need an energy boost.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats if you need this recipe to be gluten-free.
- Allspice is optional but adds a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the cinnamon.
- You can substitute almonds with walnuts or pecans for a different nutty flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup if desired.
- If the mixture is too sticky to roll, refrigerate it for 15 minutes to firm up before rolling into balls.
- Store energy bites in the freezer for up to 3 months for longer shelf life.
