Bright bites packed with oats, nuts, dates, lemon, and dried blueberries for a quick energizing snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
04 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates, approximately 10-12 pieces
→ Flavorings
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from approximately 1 large lemon
06 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
08 - 1/2 cup unsweetened dried blueberries
09 - Pinch of sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a food processor, pulse the oats, cashews, and almonds until finely ground to a sand-like consistency.
02 - Add the pitted dates, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the processor. Process until the mixture begins to clump and holds together when pinched.
03 - Add the dried blueberries and pulse several times until incorporated, preserving some larger pieces for textural contrast.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll between your palms into uniform balls.
05 - Chill the formed energy bites in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to achieve optimal texture and firmness.
06 - Transfer cooled bites to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
