You know when you get the feeling that you’re searching for something more, but you don’t know what it is yet? Perhaps it’s your life calling — a passion, a truth, a religion, just something to make you feel like this is truly who you are, shining in all your glory? Well, that’s me. Right at this moment. HELLO QUARTER LIFE CRISIS NUMBER 15.
Seriously, it might be number 15.
Don’t get me wrong, life is wonderful right now but I think I’ve been craving something different and new for a while. I’ve been working on a cookbook proposal FOREVER because let’s face it, I’m a perfectionist and I have a lot of shit going on (travel, blogging, writing, social media, the SSS, etc). While I could work myself to death to finish it, I’m taking my time and trying to find other things that are enjoyable for me outside of blogging.
The truth is, I HAVE NO IDEA what I like besides food, creating recipes and blogging about it. Is this too much for a Monday? If so, I’m gonna need another energy bite. Don’t worry, I’ll be sure to keep you posted on all this chatter going on in my head.
Let’s move onto these energy bites that taste like a fudgy decadent brownie! I’m so excited to be partnering with Blue Diamond Almonds on this post to create this nutritious, easy snack. If you’ve never had an energy bite, then please stop what you’re doing and go make these immediately. Especially if you love brownies.
Energy bites are one of my favorite on the go snacks because they’re so portable and healthy. These particular bites are made with a few simple ingredients: dates, Blue Diamond Roasted Almonds (for a little crunch), protein-rich almond butter, fiber packed flaxseed meal and cocoa powder.
I like using the lightly salted Blue Diamonds, but I’ve also made these with the Oven Roasted Dark Chocolate Almonds for an even sweeter snack.
One of these energy bites provides almost 5g of protein and just over 4g of fiber. They’re chewy, fudgy, rich-tasting and will satisfy both your sweet and salty cravings.
If you’re feeling like it, you can roll the energy bites in coconut flakes or cocoa powder for a energy bite ‘truffle’. The options are endless.
More no bake snacks to try:
5-Minute Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookie Energy Bites with Chia + Cacao Nibs
No Bake Superfood Brownie Energy Bars + video
No Bake Omega 3 Mint Brownie Bites
Sea Salt Cashew Butter Chocolate Protein Bars
Salted Date Brownie Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1 heaping cup pitted large Medjool dates
- 1/2 cup Blue Diamond Roasted Salted (or Lightly Salted) Almonds
- 1/4 cup natural drippy almond butter
- 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
- 3-4 tablespoons high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (if you like sweet and salty)
Instructions
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Add pitted dates and almonds to the bowl of a food processor. Process for about 1 minute or until almonds and dates come together well. Almonds should be slightly chunky.
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Add in the remaining ingredients: almond butter, flaxseed meal, cocoa powder, vanilla extract and sea salt. Pulse until a dough forms. The dough texture should be thick and clumpy. If it isn't, then add 1 or 2 tablespoons of water.
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Roll into 12 medium sized balls. You can also use a medium cookie scoop if that's easier. Store the energy bites in the fridge or freezer.
Nutrition
This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almonds, a brand I trust. All recipes, text and opinions are my own. Thanks for continuing to support AK and the brands that help make this site possible!
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Survey done!! I know exactly what you mean about finding that “other thing” in life. I’m trying to do that too with my other passions besides dance! Hope you find what you’re searching for. A cookbook would be AMAZE-BALLS though 🙂
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Also going through the same exact mid-life crisis right now ? planning to email you today just to say hi! Thinking we could both use a friendly email in our inboxes this Monday!!
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I can totally relate to what you are going through I’m sure it will all work out. BTW…I make your other energy balls weekly. Hubs and I love them. Can’t wait to try this recipe!
I totally get the quarter life crisis #15 dilemma and being on the constant search for something more. When I go through those time, I try to take baby steps and remember everything has an amazing way of working itself out. Good luck with this current journey!
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These look great. I’m about to go on a road trip with my parents, and these are on the list to make for healthy snacks on the go! My mom loves anything “salted carmel” flavored and brownies. So, she will love these!
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I adore all of your recipes!! I visit your site very frequently and enjoy all of your recipes- I have a huge sweet tooth, so I truly appreciate all of these options and just knowing they are packed with protein etc and not loads of butter and sugar ( allow me to feel that less guilty ) THANKS for providing ALL of your recipes! Look forward to a cook book in the future for sure!!
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Survey complete. Energy balls are great! I get what you mean on searching for something more. I recently turned 26 and I know I need a change, more travel, more exploring, more writing, more creativity. Basically I hate my day job but I love getting home and working on my blog, cooking, yoga, working out, and journaling. I’ve definitely shifted my focus to those things I love. Day job is always #2. Working towards goals though to leave my job soon. Hope I can make it happen.
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I love the energy bite idea and all of your other healthified desserts! I would love to see a cookbook from you. Perhaps it could take an angle like: hearty and delicious recipes for the millennial cook. I feel like you make a lot of very modern but relatable dishes. That is what attracts me to your blog. I know I can find recipes that I feel are appealing but that I know my family will think are tasty, too. You are very fitness focused so that could be something else that you could touch on in the book. Perhaps recipes to fuel a healthy and active lifestyle? Whatever you decide to do, here’s one person game to buy your cookbook! 🙂
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Just wanted to add as there was no place to put a comment on the survey… In the case of the Blue Diamond Almonds, I really don’t purchase them anymore because I have celiac and have to be very careful of the nuts I use. I still do occasionally purchase them for my family. Normally any ingredient in your recipes I’m much more likely to buy and I LOVE your recipes and share them with my friends.:)
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I don’t have a food processor. Will the results be the same if I just chop up ingredients?
This is the second time I’ve made these and both times with different nuts (cashew and pecan…what I had on hand) and they are delicious! My toddler loves them and my husband and I eat them after the gym. Thanks for sharing!
Delicious! So glad you guys all enjoy them 🙂
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These were delicious and toddler-friendly! I made the recipe last minute, so I used pecans instead of almonds, and cashew butter instead of almond butter. They worked perfectly! I’m not sure if it’s because cashew butter is less flavorful, but I think I’d just do 1/2 t of vanilla next time; it was pretty vanilla forward with my subs. My toddler loved them and called them “cookies!”
Amazing! Yes, feel free to reduce the vanilla a bit (likely from the more subtle cashew butter). Glad they were a hit with your little one!
I made these brownie energy bites last night exactly as written. They are so good that I’m giving this batch away as gifts and making another batch for myself -and this time I will increase the cocoa. This is now my go-to energy bite and love the fact they are not too sweet and so healthy. So so good with my coffee this morning. Thank you so much Monique for sharing.
Amazing! So happy to hear that, Teresa 🙂
Wow!!! I was looking for a delicious and healthy protein snack. I found it! Thanks for sharing.
So glad you found these ones!
Yum! Added cinnamon and dipped them in melted chocolate. Definitely making again!
Perfect! Glad you enjoyed!
Love this recipe’s healthy ingredients. I soaked the dates in hot water for about a minute before putting them in the cuisinart so they would blend up more easily.
Perfect! Such a great snack.
Just made these. They’re so good! And super easy. Great recipe, thank you.
So happy you loved them!
My kids and husband love these! Such a good, healthy treat. I love that I can keep a batch frozen for when we want something sweet. I have used both pecans and almonds and they both taste amazing.
Awesome!! So happy that you guys love these!
Hi
My almond butter is NOT drippy as I only buy the one ingredient kind. What kind do you use & recommend?
Thanks! Love your blog!
Hi, there! If it’s one ingredient (just almonds, with or without salt), it should work! I just don’t recommend using a thicker kind like Justin’s that has palm oil because it won’t mix in well.