Ingredients
Dry Nuts and Seeds
- 1 cup raw walnuts
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
Wet and Flavoring Ingredients
- 12 medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (optional, if you need it sweeter!)
Other Ingredients
- 1/3 cup cacao powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Process Nuts and Dates: Add walnuts, almonds, medjool dates, cacao powder, vanilla bean paste, and salt to a food processor. Blend until a sticky dough forms. If the dough is crumbly rather than sticky, add 1-2 tablespoons of water gradually and process again to help the mixture bind together properly.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Add mini chocolate chips to the food processor and pulse a few times to evenly distribute them throughout the dough without fully blending them in.
- Form the Brownie Bites: Using a mini cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out the dough and roll it into bite-sized balls with your hands. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
Notes
- If the dough is too dry, add water slowly to avoid over-moistening.
- Maple syrup is optional for added sweetness depending on your taste and the sweetness of the dates.
- You can store the brownie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a nut-free version, substitute nuts with seeds such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Using medjool dates is key for natural sweetness and sticky texture; other dates may require adjustments in liquid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
