Lemon Turmeric Energy Bites with Superfoods (Print version)
Citrusy no-bake lemon turmeric energy bites made with dates, oats, almond butter, chia, hemp, and coconut.
# Ingredients:
For the bites
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1 cup (175 g) pitted Medjool dates, packed
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3/4 cup (70 g) certified gluten-free rolled oats
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1/2 cup (70 g) raw almonds
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1/3 cup (85 g) creamy almond butter
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2 tablespoons hemp hearts
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1 tablespoon chia seeds
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1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
For coating
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1/3 cup (30 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest, optional
# Instructions:
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If the dates are firm, cover them with hot water for 5 minutes. Drain well and pat dry so the dough does not become loose.
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Add oats, almonds, hemp hearts, chia seeds, flaxseed, turmeric, black pepper, and salt to a food processor. Pulse until the almonds are finely chopped.
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Add dates, almond butter, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, coconut oil, and vanilla. Pulse until the mixture forms moist clumps and holds together when pinched.
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If the dough crumbles, add water or lemon juice 1 teaspoon at a time. If it feels too sticky, pulse in 1-2 tablespoons more oats.
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Scoop heaping tablespoons and roll into 18 balls. Mix coconut with optional lemon zest, then roll each bite in the coating.
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Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving. Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
# Good to know:
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Chilling time is 20 minutes and helps the bites firm up.
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Use certified gluten-free oats if serving someone who avoids gluten.
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Recipe makes about 18 small bites.