No-Sugar No-Flour No-Cooking Date Energy Bites

INSTRUCTIONS:

Step 1: Prepare the Dates

Soak the Dates: Put the dates in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them stand for 5 minutes.

Drain and Pit: Drain the water from the dates and remove the seeds.

Step 2: Blend the Dry Ingredients

Combine Dry Ingredients: Pour the almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, and oatmeal into the blender.

Blend: Blend into small, even portions.

Step 3: Blend the Wet Ingredients

Add Dates and Other Ingredients: Add the soaked dates, sugar-free dark chocolate, peanut butter, honey, a pinch of salt, vanilla essence, and cinnamon to the blender.

Mix: Turn on the blender and mix until you get a thick, sticky mixture.

Step 4: Shape and Coat the Balls

Prepare Coating: Put sesame seeds in a bowl. Alternatively, you can use grated coconut, cocoa powder, oatmeal, or any other ingredient of your choice.

Shape the Balls: Shape the prepared mixture into balls according to your preferred size.

Coat the Balls: Roll each ball in the sesame seeds (or other chosen ingredients) until fully coated.

Step 5: Serve and Store

Arrange: Place the coated balls in a paper basket or small cupcake liners for a beautiful presentation.

Store: Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Serving Suggestions

These date energy bites make a perfect healthy snack or a thoughtful homemade gift. Enjoy them as a quick energy boost during the day or as a sweet treat after meals.