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Nut and Dried Fruit Energy Bites

Nut and Dried Fruit Energy Bites are delicious, nutrient-packed treats perfect for snacking on-the-go or replenishing energy after workouts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dried Fruits
  • 3.5 ounces dates, pitted
  • 2.5 ounces plums, pitted
  • 1.6 ounces dried cranberries
  • 1.8 ounces raisins
  • 2.8 ounces dried apricots, chopped
Nuts and Seeds
  • 1.8 ounces pumpkin seeds
  • 2.5 ounces walnuts, chopped
  • 2.6 ounces almonds lightly toasted
  • 1.2 ounces sesame seeds for coating
Other Ingredients
  • 0.7 ounces oat flakes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the dried fruits: dates, plums, cranberries, raisins, and apricots, and soak them in water for about 20 minutes to soften.
Toasting Nuts and Seeds
  1. Chop the walnuts and lightly toast the almonds and sesame seeds in a pan to enhance their flavor and crunch.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a deep plate, mix the toasted walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, oat flakes, and the chopped soaked apricots, cranberries, and raisins.
Blending
  1. Blend the soaked plums and dates into a smooth paste to serve as natural sweetener.
Combining
  1. Combine the blended fruit paste with the nut and seed mixture until everything is well mixed.
Shaping
  1. Form the mixture into a sausage-like roll and roll it in sesame seeds for a nice coating.
Freezing
  1. Place the rolled mixture in a freezer for about 2 hours to firm up.
Serving
  1. Once frozen, take the log out and slice it into bite-sized portions. Serve and enjoy your delicious energy bites!

Notes

These energy bites are best served chilled or at room temperature. You can also customize the nuts and seeds used. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for longer-lasting freshness.