Espresso and Coconut Coffee Bites
These no-bake energy bites combine rich espresso and tropical coconut for the ultimate pick-me-up snack with plant-based goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted and soft
- ¾ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1½ tbsp instant espresso powder
- 2 tbsp almond butter or any nut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes for coating, optional
Instructions
- Add dates to a food processor and pulse until a sticky paste forms.
- Toss in oats, espresso powder, almond butter, vanilla, salt, and shredded coconut.
- Blend until fully combined and sticky but manageable.
- Use a spoon or scoop to form 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in coconut flakes if you’re feeling extra.
- Place bites in an airtight container and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Bite)
- Calories: 98
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1.5g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 5%
- Folate: 3%
- Vitamin B6: 3%
✨ Additional Notes/Tips
- Use decaf espresso if your anxiety's already doing backflips.
- Add a tablespoon of hemp seeds for protein.
- Swap almond butter for tahini if you want to feel fancy.
- Store in the freezer for a firmer texture and longer shelf life.
- These make great emergency snacks, purse snacks, and emotional support snacks.