Cherry Pecan Energy Bites

DESCRIPTION

With just a few simple ingredients, whip up these cherry pecan energy bites in under 10 minutes for a nutritious, power-packed snack! Chock full of super foods including pecans, cherries and oats – they’re deliciously packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• 1 cup toasted pecan halves or pieces
• 1 cup dried cherries
• 4 medjool dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder, plus more for coating
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
2. Pulse until the ingredients begin to bind and form a loose dough-like ball.
3. Roll into 1-inch balls. Roll the balls in cacao powder (optional) and transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes 10 to 12 energy bites.

Notes

• To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute 1/4 cup of certified gluten-free old-fashioned oats.
• The energy balls will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.