Chocolate almond bites
These little nuggets of tastiness are perfect to enjoy with coffee and share with a loved one during this intensely chocolatey month.
47 cal
Serves 10
Prep time
0h 15m
Cook time
0h 1m
Total time
0h 16m

Ingredients
Directions
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Step 1
In a microwaveable bowl combine dates and water; cover and microwave on High for 1 minute or until softened and water is absorbed. -
Step 2
Scrape mixture and beans into food processor with almond butter and cocoa powder. Puree until very smooth; stopping and scraping down sides a couple of times. -
Step 3
Scrape mixture into a bowl and stir in chocolate and vanilla. Chill in refrigerator for about 45 minutes or until slightly firm. Using a mini ice cream scoop or tablespoon, roll into balls and place on small baking sheet. Roll into ground almonds and keep refrigerated.
Tips
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These can be frozen for up to 2 weeks or kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in a covered container.
Nutritional information
Per serving (1 bite)
- Calories
- 47
- Protein
- 1 g
- Sodium
- 2 mg
- Potassium
- 101 mg
- Total fat
- 2 g
- Saturated fat
- 1 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Carbohydrates
- 7 g
- Fibre
- 2 g
- Sugars
- 4 g
- Added sugars
- 0 g
Recipe developed by Emily Richards, PH Ec. ©Heart and Stroke Foundation 2016.