Go Back
–+ servings
chocolate cherry energy bites in ball form with almonds, cashew, cherries on parchment paper lined cutting board

Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites

Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate cherry energy balls, energy bite recipes, energy bites
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 24 energy bites
Calories: 109kcal
Author: Ashley
These Dark Chocolate Cherry Energy Bites are a no-brainer healthy snack. With just four main ingredients, a few extra add-ins, and a quick spin in the food processor, this ball recipe satisfies your sweet tooth with the delicious chocolate cherry combination.
Print Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pitted Medjool Dates packed (equal to about 18 large dates)
  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1 cup dried cherries I used unsweetened
  • 4 tablespoons cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons water
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips to stir in (optional)

Instructions

  • In bowl of your food processor with S-blade, add Medjool dates (pitted), nuts, dried cherries, cacao powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Pulse several times, until nuts have broken down and mixture starts to get sticky.
    See photos for reference.
  • Begin to add water 1-2 tablespoons at a time, pulsing in between. Nuts should continue to get smaller and the mixture sticky. You want the mixture to be able to hold together well, without being overly sticky. If you'd pulsed too much or added too much water, you can stir in some coconut flour to help absorb excess moisture. 
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Begin scooping rounded tablespoon balls (I used a medium cookie scoop), roll in between palms for a smooth ball (optional), and place on lined baking sheet. You may need to wet hands in between rolling a few balls. 
  • To freeze, line in one even layer on lined baking sheet. Place in freezer for 30 minutes before storing in separate airtight container. You can also store directly in airtight container in fridge. 

Notes

Be sure to check out the step-by-step photos and tips section.
Storing - energy bites store for a couple of weeks in the fridge, but several months in the freezer if stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 energy bite | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 193IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg