Brownie Bites To Live For!

You won’t believe these vegan, gluten-free brownie bites are completely raw and fruit-based! Medjool dates from Morocco blended with walnuts and cocoa powder create a rich, chocolate treat perfect for a special occasion, party, or holiday. Feel free to roll brownie bites in nuts or other toppings if you do not care for coconut—the possibilities are endless.

Dates have detoxifying fiber, which lowers blood cholesterol, and potassium which helps regulate blood pressure and is an important electrolyte. Walnuts have fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. They also have vitamin E which supports healthy brain function. Cocoa is full of catechins that can help inhibit and fight cancer cells. While these brownie bites are sugar-free, please note that dates have plenty of fructose.

Yields approx. 24 one-inch pieces

2 cups medjool dates, pits removed
2 cups raw walnut pieces
¾ cup pure cocoa powder
¼ tsp. fine sea salt
1-3 Tbs. water, as needed
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions
Place pitted dates, walnuts, cocoa powder and salt in a food processor and pulse until moist, crumb-like dough has formed. Add water in small amounts until mixture sticks together easily, one tablespoon at a time scraping down sides as needed. Pour coconut flakes into a shallow bowl and roll small 1 inch balls of brownie dough until they are covered with coconut. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes and serve cold.

FoodTrients:
-Calcium
-Copper
-Fiber
-Iron
-Magnesium
-Omega 3 fats
-Potassium
-Vitamin E
-Vitamin K