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Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites

Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites are a delicious larabar chocolate chip cherry torte copycat! Roll them into balls, bites or shape them into energy bars for a healthy no-bake snack with a kiss of chocolate!

Prep Time
8 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 15 servings
Calories: 130 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw unsalted almonds or cashews
  • ½ cup raw unsalted walnuts
  • ¾ cup dried cherries
  • 9 large Medjool dates (approx. 4 ounces) pit removed
  • 2-3 TBSP water or cherry juice
  • 1 TBSP unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅛ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

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  1. Pulse almonds and walnuts in a food processor until finely chopped.
  2. Next add dates, dried and fresh cherries, cocoa powder, and salt. Add 1 TBSP of water and pulse mixture. Depending on how dry/juicy your dates and dried cherries are, you may need to use an additional 1-2 TBSP of water to moisten the mixture and help it blend well. Pulse/blend until the mixture is well-incorporated and a bit sticky.
  3. Remove the mixture from the processor, spread onto a piece of wax/parchment paper or cutting board and fold/knead in the chocolate chips.
  4. Scoop into 1.5-2 TBSP portions, gently squeeze, then roll into balls.
  5. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. They taste great chilled and the flavors are even more pronounced when thawed to room temperature. Grab a few to go or munch on one or two as a sweet treat after dinner. Either way, you won't be able to keep your hands off these balls!

Notes

  • TIP: I typically buy bags of chopped baking walnuts since they're almost always cheaper than whole walnuts. I'm just going to pulverize them anyways!
  • I add 1/8 tsp of salt because not only does it bring out the flavor of the ingredients but I adore the combination of salty and sweet -- feel free to add more or less depending on your tastebuds! When it comes to the dates, I fully intended on buying whole, unsweetened dates. The bag I purchased originally was less than stellar quality so I ran out to the nearest grocery store for new ones.
  • Feel free to add a little honey if additional sweetness is desired. Dried fruit and nuts are super flexible! You can also sub cashews for the walnuts or the almonds (that's what larabar uses) but I have a fierce devotion to walnuts and the buttery texture they lend to practically everything!
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 130kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 24mg (1%) Potassium 138mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 215IU (4%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130

% Daily Value*

Calories 130kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 24mg 1%
Potassium 138mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 215IU 4%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.