These Chocolate-Cherry Power Bites remind me a nutty, chocolatey truffle with bursts of cherry flavor. They only take a few minutes to whip up and require less than 10 simple ingredients. If you like Lara bars, this is a more economical way to enjoy a similar treat. Because they freeze well, I like to keep a stash on hand for those random chocolate cravings. Give them a try and see what you think! ``Quick tip: Experiment with using other nuts, seeds and dried fruits to find your favorite combination!`` ####Chocolate-Cherry Power Bites Prep time: 20 minutes | Serves: 6 ####Ingredients: 1½ cups Medjool dates, pitted 1-2 tablespoon coconut oil ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ⅓ cup flax meal (or ground flax seeds) ½ teaspoon vanilla Pinch of salt ½ cup raw unsalted almonds ½ cup raw unsalted pecans ½ cup dried cherries, no sugar added ####Directions: 1.) Place the pitted dates in a food processor and puree until smooth. Add the coconut oil to help it turn into a paste. 2.) Add the remaining ingredients and process until the nuts reach the desired texture. Scoop and shape into balls and serve. Store extras in the refrigerator.
