Energy Bites, Sweets

Cashew Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites (v. I and II)

Cashew chocolate chip cookie dough bites (version 1)

1/2 cup walnuts

1/4 cup cashews

5-6 medjool dates, pitted

1 tablespoon chia seeds

1/4 cup peanut butter, unsalted and unsweetened

1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

1-2 tablespoons vanilla plant-based protein powder

1 teaspoon vanilla bean extract

1/4 cup dark chocolate squares, chopped

1/2 teaspoon maca powder (optional)

Dash of cinnamon 

Pinch of sea salt 

Place walnuts and cashews in a high-speed blender or food processor and pulse until a fine consistency is reached Add in dates and coconut oil and pulse until a sticky dough begins to form. Add in remaining ingredients and blend until ingredients are well combined. Roll into balls and place in freezer for 5-10 minutes to allow to set. Store in fridge or freezer. (Makes about 8-10).

Cashew chocolate chip cookie dough bites (version 2)

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup cashews

5-6 medjool dates, pitted

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1/4 cup peanut butter

3 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (I used dairy-free enjoyLife brand)

1 tablespoon vanilla protein

1 tablespoon chia seeds

1 teaspoon sweetener (honey or maple syrup)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon Goji berries (optional)

Dash of cinnamon 

Pinch of sea salt 

Place oats and cashews in a high speed blender or food processor and pulse until a fine consistency is reached. Add in dates and coconut oil and pulse until a sticky dough begins to form. Add in remaining ingredients and blend until ingredients are well combined. Roll into balls and place in freezer for 5-10 minutes to allow to set. Store in fridge or freezer. (Makes about 8-10)