Dates energy bites are incredibly versatile and make a rather delicious snack. They are often paired with other foods, such as almonds, nut butter, or soft cheese. These Date energy bites are so great for a little energy boost in the afternoon or even in the morning before you work out.
As I get ready for the INDIAN WELLS tennis tournament, I will be working alongside the CALIFORNIA DATE commission on some particularly great events! And I indeed cannot wait. So, the Taste of the Tennis festival is on Monday, March 9th, and you can grab your tickets here! https://www.tasteoftennis.com/iw/I will be performing and making my favorite Date and Sharp Cheddar grilled cheese sandwich while at the festival. This will be with my tomato soup…and moreover with the help of a Tennis player! The Tennis player is TBD, but I am so excited. I have played tennis all my life when I lived in Ireland so to be a part of this festival is just so wonderful. Emphatically, thank you California Dates Commission. https://datesaregreat.com/
Benefits of date energy balls :
- They are undoubtedly very nutritious. A 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving provides the following nutrients (1):
- Calories: 277
- Carbs: 75 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Potassium: 20% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 14% of the RDI
- Copper: 18% of the RDI
- Manganese: 15% of the RDI
- Iron: 5% of the RDI
- Vitamin B6: 12% of the RD
- They are unquestionably high in Fiber
- Dates provide various antioxidants that have a number of health benefits to offer, including a reduced risk of several diseases.
- They are also a source of fructose, which is a natural type of sugar found in fruit, therefore, making them an excellent natural sweetener.
- Let’s not forget that they are incredibly versatile and indeed make a delicious snack. They are often paired with other foods, such as almonds, nut butter, or soft cheese.
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Loving dates? Check out my other range of date recipes, including my California Dates and Banana Bowl recipe.
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Date energy bites
These Date Chocolate Pistachio Balls are so great for a little energy boost in the afternoon or even in the morning before you work out.
- Total Time: 30 mins
Ingredients
10 California Medjool dates, pitted
½ cup bittersweet chocolate chips, 60% Cocoa
1/2 cup pistachios, ground for rolling
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until finely ground.
- In a food processor, pulse dates and chocolate chips together until it forms a paste ready for rolling. Roll into a 2-tablespoon ball.
- Roll date balls in the pistachios. If you want, you can also pipe icing onto the ball to resemble a tennis ball.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 Minutes
- Category: Snacks
