Bright, zesty bites with oats, nuts, dates, lemon, and dried blueberries for quick energy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
04 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates, approximately 10 to 12 pieces
→ Flavorings
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest from 1 large lemon
06 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
08 - 1/2 cup unsweetened dried blueberries
09 - Pinch of sea salt
# Method:
01 - In a food processor, pulse the oats, cashews, and almonds until finely ground into a coarse flour consistency.
02 - Add the pitted dates, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor. Process until the mixture begins to clump and holds together when pinched between your fingers.
03 - Add the dried blueberries and pulse a few times to incorporate throughout while maintaining some larger blueberry pieces for texture variation.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll into compact balls using your hands, pressing firmly to ensure they hold their shape.
05 - Transfer the rolled energy bites to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture and firmness.
06 - Place finished bites in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months for extended storage.
