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These no-bake date almond energy bites are vegan, gluten-free, and only require 5 ingredients to make! Enjoy them as a tasty snack or delicious dessert.

Date almond energy bites in a pile on an off-white plate with a red striped cloth napkin in the background

Don’t get me wrong, I love chocolate. But I often find myself wanting something that isn’t too sweet so I can enjoy it as a snack as well as a dessert.

These date almond energy bites have just the right balance of sweet flavor and crunchy texture! They’re completely vegan, gluten-free, and incredibly delicious.

And did I mention this is a no-bake recipe that only requires 5 ingredients to make? Yep, they’re tasty AND simple.

So whether you want a sweet afternoon pick-me-up or an after-dinner treat, these easy almond and date bites are perfect for any occasion.

How to make date almond energy bites

5 ingredients, 5 steps, and about 15 minutes — that’s all you need to whip up this simple recipe!

Ingredients separated into individual ramekins and bowls on a white marble countertop, as seen from above

Step 1: Add the dates, almonds, cinnamon, and salt to your food processor.

Ingredients added to a food processor on a white marble countertop, as seen from above

Step 2: Process the ingredients for about 20 seconds, scrape down the bowl, then process for an additional 20 seconds or until the mixture forms a thick paste.

Ingredients processed in a food processor, as seen from above on a white marble countertop

Step 3: Finely chop the toasted coconut chips, then transfer to a plate.

Step 4: Use a 1½-inch cookie scoop to form the mixture into balls, then roll each one in the coconut.

One date ball placed on a white plate with chopped toasted coconut; more date balls in the background on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Step 5: Repeat until you’ve used all of the date mixture. You should end up with 18 energy bites.

Date balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, as seen from above on a white marble countertop

These tasty little treats are ready to enjoy!

Closeup of a pile of energy bites on an off-white plate on a white marble countertop

Variations for this recipe

One thing I love about this recipe is how easily you can customize the energy bites based on your preferences.

Don’t like coconut? Just leave it out! The bites are still delicious plain.

Don’t have a food processor? Simply chop the dates and almonds as finely as you can, then mix them with the cinnamon and salt to form the dough. The bites will be on the chunkier side, but still super tasty.

Want more of a dessert than an energy bite? Add some sugar-free chocolate chips or a little cocoa powder.

Feel free to have some fun with this recipe!

Overhead view of a pile of energy bites on an off-white plate on a white marble countertop next to a red striped cloth napkin

Storage

These bites are great to make in advance so you can enjoy them throughout the week. I enjoy mine as a post-workout snack or a way to satisfy my sweet tooth after dinner.

Simply store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week.

Closeup of a pile of energy bites with a bite taken out of the top one on an off-white plate on a white marble countertop

Other sweet snack recipes

I love making snacks that can be eaten on the go. They are perfect for a quick boost of energy that will also satisfy my sweet tooth!

Here are a few of my favorite recipes that I know you’ll enjoy:

When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

Date Almond Energy Bites (Gluten-free)

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These no-bake date almond energy bites are vegan, gluten-free, and only require 5 ingredients to make! Enjoy them as a tasty snack or delicious dessert.
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 18 energy bites

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Add the dates, almond, cinnamon, and salt to your food processor.
    2 ½ cups pitted dates, 2 cups slivered almonds, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • Process the ingredients for about 20 seconds, scrape down the bowl, then process for an additional 20 seconds or until the mixture forms a thick paste.
  • Finely chop the toasted coconut chips, then transfer to a plate.
    1 cup unsweetened coconut chips
  • Use a 1½-inch cookie scoop to form the mixture into balls, then roll each one in the coconut.
  • Repeat until you’ve used all of the date mixture. You should end up with 18 energy bites.

Notes

This recipe is for 18 energy bites. Each serving is 2 bites.
If you don’t like coconut, feel free to omit from the recipe.
Extras can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Date Almond Energy Bites (Gluten-free)
Serving Size
 
2 bites
Amount per Serving
Calories
176
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8.1
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.3
g
7
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Cholesterol
 
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
21.1
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
0.9
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
19.3
g
6
%
Fiber
 
4
g
16
%
Sugar
 
12
g
13
%
Protein
 
4.1
g
8
%
Net carbs
 
15.3
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.