Chocolate Pistachio Energy Bites

1. 1

   Soak dates in warm water for about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain.

3. 3

   In food processor, combine pistachios, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and salt.

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   Pulse until finely ground.

5. 5

   Add vanilla and softened dates, pulse until a ball forms.

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   Roll into bite-sized balls (mine were about 1/2 tablespoon in size) and dip immediately into cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or my personal favorite, dark chocolate melted with a touch of coconut oil.

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   Enjoy immediately!

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   Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

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   Note: Cocoa powder is extremely bitter, so make sure you like the taste before rolling all of them in cocoa powder.

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    My personal favorites are the shredded coconut or dark chocolate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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