Coffee and Dried Fruit Energy Bites
These vegan, no-bake Coffee and Dried Fruit Energy Bites mix rich espresso with dried fruit, oats, and nuts for a naturally energizing snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup dried figs or apricots chopped
- ½ cup Medjool dates pitted
- 1 tbsp espresso powder
- ¼ cup almonds or walnuts
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp maple syrup optional
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Toss oats, dried fruit, dates, espresso, and nuts into a food processor. Blend until everything’s clumped like your mascara after crying.
- Add vanilla, flax, salt, and maple syrup. Pulse again until it’s thick and sticky like morning traffic.
- Roll into 1-inch balls with clean hands and strong willpower.
- Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes or until firm.
- Store in a container for up to a week, unless you “taste test” them all by Friday.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Bite)
- Calories: 108
- Total Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Protein: 2.5g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 7%
- Folate: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
- Zinc: 4%
✨ Additional Notes & Tips
- Mix and match dried fruits based on your emotional state (or pantry situation).
- Toast the oats for bonus depth—if you're feeling domestic.
- Add shredded coconut or cacao nibs for flair and fiber.
- Skip the maple syrup if your dried fruit is sweet enough (aka your ex's personality).
- Pairs perfectly with cold brew, brunch drama, or that one friend who never finishes their smoothie.