Quick no-bake bites featuring roasted hojicha, nuts, and dates for natural sweetness and lasting energy.
# Components:
→ Nuts & Seeds
01 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
02 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
03 - 2 tbsp chia seeds, optional
→ Sweeteners
04 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted, approximately 10-12 dates
→ Flavorings
05 - 2 tbsp hojicha powder, roasted green tea powder
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
→ Optional Add-ins & Coating
08 - 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut for rolling
09 - 1 tbsp cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips
# Directions:
01 - Place almonds and cashews in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not powdery
02 - Add pitted dates, hojicha powder, chia seeds if using, vanilla extract, and salt to the processor and process until mixture starts to clump together
03 - If mixture seems dry, add 1-2 tsp water and pulse again until sticky and cohesive
04 - Stir in cacao nibs or chocolate chips if desired
05 - With damp hands, roll mixture into 12 equal-sized balls, approximately 1 tablespoon each
06 - Roll each ball in shredded coconut if desired
07 - Place in airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week
