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No-Bake Energy Bites with Ginger and Turmeric

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Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Rhoda Boone

These superfood-filled, protein-packed bites are perfect for a pre-workout boost or mid-day recharge. If you're sensitive to caffeine or will be serving kids, feel free to skip the chocolate-coffee coating.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 minutes, plus chilling

  • Yield

    Makes about 3 dozen bites

Ingredients

3/4 cup dark chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional)
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 1/2 cups pitted dates (preferably Medjool)
1/4 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup creamy almond butter
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    If using, pulse espresso beans in a food processor until very finely ground. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet or plate; set aside.

    Step 2

    Pulse coconut, almonds, and pumpkin seeds in food processor until very coarsely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl.

    Step 3

    Pulse dates in food processor until finely chopped. Scrape down sides of bowl and add chia seeds. With the motor running, slowly stream in 1/4 cup very hot water and process until a paste forms. Add almond butter, ginger, turmeric, and salt; process until very smooth. Add coconut mixture and pulse until just combined.

    Step 4

    Scoop date mixture by the level tablespoon, roll into balls in between palms, then roll in reserved chopped espresso beans, pressing slightly to adhere. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet or plate and chill at least 1 hour.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 5

    Bites can be made 7 days ahead. Chill in an airtight container, or freeze up to 3 months.

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