Healthier Brownie Bites
Rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened with dates—these brownie bites come together in minutes and are perfect as a nourishing treat or snack. No refined sugar, no flour, just plant-powered indulgence! We make these for our kids at home and they’re great to keep in the fridge for when the sweet craving hits!
Takes 15 minutes
Serves 12
Ingredients
For the bites:
- 200 g 1 cup tightly packed pitted dates
- 100 g ¾ cup almonds or walnuts
- 2 tbsp almond or peanut butter
- 15 g 3 tbsp cocoa or cacao powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tsp espresso powder optional
- 2 –3 tbsp water as needed to blend
For the coating:
- 150 g 1 cup dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil optional, for smoother melt
- Flaky sea salt to finish
Instructions
Soften the dates (if needed):
- If your dates are firm or dry, soak them in hot water for 5–10 minutes, then drain well.
Blend the base:
- In a food processor, pulse 100g nuts until finely ground.
- Add 200g pitted dates, 2 tbsp nut butter, 15g cocoa powder, 1 tsp vanilla, pinch of salt, and optional espresso powder.
- Blend until the mixture becomes a sticky dough that holds together when pressed. Add 2–3 tbsp water as needed to help it come together.
Roll into bites:
- Scoop about 1 tbsp per bite and roll into balls. Place on a lined tray or plate. Chill in the fridge or freezer for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
Melt the chocolate:
- In a small bowl, melt 150g dark chocolate with 1 tsp coconut oil (optional) using a bain-marie or microwave in short bursts.
Coat and finish:
- Dip each chilled bite into the melted chocolate, place back on the tray, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Chill again until the chocolate is fully set.
Store:
- Keep the bites in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.