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Home » Desserts » Date Almond Energy Bites (Gluten-free)

Date Almond Energy Bites (Gluten-free)

Posted by: Diabetic Foodie / Desserts, Gluten-free, Vegan / February 8, 2018

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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 on a white plate surrounded by chopped ingredients, as seen from above

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!

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

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.

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.

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

These tasty little treats are ready to enjoy!

Energy bites on a baking sheet

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!

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.

Other sweet snack recipes

I love making snacks that can double as a guilt-free dessert. It’s 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:

  • Almond Truffles
  • Key Lime Date Balls with Pistachios
  • Blueberry Muffins

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!

Recipe Card
Date Almond Energy Bites
4.75 from 4 votes

Date Almond Energy Bites (Gluten-free)

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.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Author:Diabetic Foodie
Servings:18 energy bites
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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups pitted dates
  • 2 cups slivered almonds (toasted)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut chips (toasted)

Instructions

  • Add the dates, almond, cinnamon, and salt to your food processor.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Recipe 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)
Amount Per Serving (2 bites)
Calories 166 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 10mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Net carbs 14g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dates, easy snack recipes, gluten-free
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  1. Regina says

    August 13, 2021 at 7:27 pm

    Can these be frozen as well? If so, how long will they last in the freezer?
    I’m pregnant and I would like to make extra to have on hand.

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    • Diabetic Foodie says

      August 16, 2021 at 11:25 am

      I haven’t tried that but dates can be frozen so I think it would work with these dates bites as well. I wouldn’t keep them in the freezer for longer than 1 year

      Reply
      • Dianne Nolan says

        October 28, 2021 at 6:19 pm

        These energy bites are delicious – I have had them frozen for about two months (made triple the batch) and take out two every other day – still as tasty as the day I made them 🙂

        Reply
  2. Stephanie Ridout says

    April 23, 2021 at 12:17 am

    I love these balls for my pre diabetic diagnosis but I don’t possess a food processor- or want one, so blitzing ingredients is a no-no.

    Reply
  3. Janine says

    March 6, 2018 at 12:20 am

    Sounds delish! But I don’t have a food processor. What might I use in place of one?

    I’m pre Type 2 diabetic, so this is all new to me. I’m an avid researcher and determined not to develop diabetes. Thank you for all your great recipes! I’d love them even if I didn’t need to make the dietary changes. Loved the roasted chick peas, btw!

    Reply
    • Shelby Kinnaird says

      March 6, 2018 at 7:26 am

      Janine – Good for you for being proactive! Thanks for the kind words about my recipes. If you don’t have a food processor, just chop the dates and almonds as fine as you can with a sharp knife and cutting board. Then mix them with the salt and cinnamon and proceed with the recipe. Your balls will be on the chunky side, but they will still taste great!

      Reply
      • Stephanie Ridout says

        April 23, 2021 at 12:18 am

        Oh just seen this reply-chopping it is then,!

        Reply
  4. Lindsay says

    February 10, 2018 at 9:56 am

    Shelby,
    Thank you so much for all your inspiration. I was getting frustrated and over whelmed, with what to eat.
    I now have some recipe’s to play with.

    Try adding carob chips and carob powder to the date mixture.

    Reply
    • Shelby Kinnaird says

      February 11, 2018 at 6:12 am

      Lindsay – Thanks for the kind words. Let me know if you come up with any interesting variations. Love the carob idea!

      Reply

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