Mocha Almond Coffee Bites
These mocha almond coffee bites are plant-based energy-packed snacks made with espresso, oats, cocoa, and crunchy almonds—no baking, no nonsense.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup raw almonds chopped or pulsed
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- ¼ cup mini vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine oats, cocoa, espresso powder, and salt.
- Add chopped almonds for that crunch we all need in life.
- Stir in almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips like a smug little chef.
- Mix with a spatula or hands until it holds together like a secret.
- Roll into 1-inch balls using a scoop or pure willpower.
- Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes, or until your patience runs out.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week—if they last that long.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Bite)
- Calories: 105
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Folate: 4%
- Vitamin E: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
✨ Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap almond butter for cashew butter if you want to feel fancy.
- Add shredded coconut if you’re feeling wild and tropical.
- A tiny splash of almond milk helps if mixture’s too dry.
- Freeze bites for an icy mocha twist—yes, it’s a thing.
- Toss in flaxseeds if you want to pretend you’re being super responsible.