Salted Caramel Coconut Cashew Power Bites

August 10, 2022

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Each time I submit a brand new power chunk recipe AK readers go completely loopy for it. And for good cause! Power bites are such a straightforward, enjoyable snack to make that you would be able to tackle the go or retailer within the fridge or freezer for everytime you want one thing fast and satisfying.

No 3PM hanger on this home.

I’ve been perfecting power bites recipes for so long as I can keep in mind (you may see them all right here!) and knew I wished to debut a brand new taste earlier than fall and the back-to-school rush hit. These are my no bake coconut cashew power bites which might be filled with nourishing substances & wholesome fat, and magically style like they’ve hints of salted caramel.

YES, PLEASE.

The workforce and I examined them out final month when Rebecca was on the town and we couldn’t cease nibbling on the combination even earlier than rolling up the bites. They solely require about 5 substances however are stuffed with scrumptious taste and textures that you just’ll love.

Retailer them within the fridge or freezer (my fav) and benefit from the excellent breakfast, snack or deal with any day of the week!

What you’ll must make coconut cashew power bites

These tremendous simple, gluten free & vegan coconut cashew power balls are made with 5 core substances and are deliciously filling. Right here’s every part you’ll must make them:

Medjool dates: not solely do dates naturally sweeten the power bites and provides them a caramel-like taste, however they’re additionally what maintain them collectively.
Cashews: for a punch of wholesome fat and protein we’re utilizing roasted cashews! You can too use uncooked cashews.
Coconut: these power bites get scrumptious taste from unsweetened shredded coconut. You’ll combine it into the “batter” and roll them in additional coconut for a enjoyable deal with!
Further taste: you’ll additionally want some vanilla extract and salt to deliver out the entire flavors. Discover ways to make your individual vanilla right here.
Cacao nibs: add a little bit chocolatey richness with a pair tablespoons of cacao nibs.

Customise your power bites

Be at liberty to customise your coconut cashew power bites with some additional protein or vitamin! Right here’s what I can recommend:

1 tablespoon hemp seeds or chia seeds
1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal
A scoop of your favourite unflavored or vanilla protein powder

When including to those power bites it’s possible you’ll want so as to add 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil to assist substitute the moisture.

My favourite method to jazz them up

In case you’re searching for an additional scrumptious possibility, be happy to roll them in toasted coconut as a substitute of normal shredded coconut! There are a few simple methods to toast your individual common, unsweetened shredded coconut:

Add the shredded coconut to a skillet over medium-low warmth and toast it on the stovetop for 3-5 minutes till golden and aromatic.
Or bake the shredded coconut at 325 levels F for about 3 minutes till golden.

Easy methods to make coconut cashew power balls

Pulse the substances. Add the entire substances besides the cacao nibs + additional shredded coconut to a meals processor and pulse till the combination is properly mixed and sticky. You could must press the combination down a bit whereas pulsing.
Add cacao nibs. Pour in your cacao nibs and course of a pair extra occasions in order that they combine proper in.
Roll them up. Use a small cookie scoop or your fingers to roll the combination into 14 power balls, then roll them in additional shredded coconut in the event you’d like.
Retailer & take pleasure in! Retailer them in an hermetic container within the fridge or freezer, and revel in them everytime you’re searching for a wholesome snack or deal with!

Storing & freezing ideas

To retailer: these coconut cashew power bites will final for 1 week within the fridge.
To freeze: be happy so as to add them to a freezer-safe bag or container and retailer them for as much as 1 month. I favor these power bites straight from the freezer, and I’d suggest letting them soften up for about 5-10 minutes within the fridge or at room temp earlier than consuming them.

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I hope you’re keen on these salted caramel coconut cashew power bites! In case you make them make sure you depart a remark and a ranking so I understand how you preferred them. Get pleasure from, xo!