These naturally sweetened energy bites taste like a chocolate walnut brownie but are 100% gluten-free, vegan and protein-packed.



Dates are all the rage right now. Have you noticed it? Trendy or not, my family has been eating dates my entire life. Growing up, we were never a big dessert family (another reason my weight loss journey isn’t quite the norm), but my mom always had dried fruit in the house. A common tradition in Middle Eastern families, she would often serve dried fruit like apricots, dates, and figs with hot tea in lieu of a fudge brownie or slice of cake.

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Speaking of brownie, these energy balls taste exactly like a chocolate walnut brownie minus the heavy, greasy, buttery guilt that typically comes with it.

While I love all things almond joy, I decided to attempt replicating a chocolate walnut brownie which is probably my favorite dessert of all time. In fact, whenever I purchase protein bars, I almost always gravitate towards the brownie flavor.

Packed with heart-healthy walnuts and antioxidant-rich cocoa powder, these energy bites are great for stashing in your gym bag, storing in the diaper bag or keeping on hand for after school snacks. Dates are a natural energy source and the omega-3’s in the walnuts provide just enough healthy fat to keep you satisfied.

No forks required.

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What nut options can you use? Don’t have walnuts on hand? Use a mix of almonds and cashews or hazelnuts. They will work just as well! How can these be stored? Energy balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

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Rolling them in PB2 powder can turn them into Reece’s peanut butter ball.

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