Gluten-Free Snacks: Healthy, Quick & Easy Options
These no-bake chocolate almond energy bites are a perfect gluten-free snack! Packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, they’re great for a quick energy boost anytime. Made with simple ingredients like almonds, cocoa, and dates, these bites are healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare
Equipment
- - Food processor
- - Mixing bowl
- - Measuring cups and spoons
- - Small cookie scoop (optional)
Ingredients
- - 1 cup almonds
- - 1 cup pitted dates
- - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- - 1/4 tsp sea salt
- - 2 tbsp almond butter
- - 1-2 tbsp water if needed
- - 1/4 cup shredded coconut or crushed nuts optional for coating
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the almonds until finely ground.
- Add the dates, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, sea salt, and almond butter. Blend until the mixture comes together.
- If the mixture is too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time until it forms a sticky dough.
- Scoop small portions and roll them into balls.
- Optional: Roll each ball in shredded coconut or crushed nuts for extra texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.