Salted Caramel Coconut Cashew Energy Bites

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Salted Caramel Coconut Cashew Energy Bites

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August 10, 2022

Every time I post a new energy bite recipe AK readers go absolutely crazy for it. And for good reason! Energy bites are such an easy, fun snack to make that you can take on the go or store in the fridge or freezer for whenever you need something quick and satisfying.

No 3PM hanger in this house.

I’ve been perfecting energy bites recipes for as long as I can remember (you can see them all here!) and knew I wanted to debut a new flavor before fall and the back-to-school rush hit. These are my no bake coconut cashew energy bites that are packed with nourishing ingredients & healthy fats, and magically taste like they have hints of salted caramel.

YES, PLEASE.

The team and I tested them out last month when Rebecca was in town and we couldn’t stop nibbling on the mixture even before rolling up the bites. They only require about 5 ingredients but are filled with delicious flavor and textures that you’ll love.

Store them in the fridge or freezer (my fav) and enjoy the perfect breakfast, snack or treat any day of the week!

What you’ll need to make coconut cashew energy bites

These super easy, gluten free & vegan coconut cashew energy balls are made with 5 core ingredients and are deliciously filling. Here’s everything you’ll need to make them:

Medjool dates: not only do dates naturally sweeten the energy bites and give them a caramel-like flavor, but they’re also what hold them together.
Cashews: for a punch of healthy fats and protein we’re using roasted cashews! You can also use raw cashews.
Coconut: these energy bites get delicious flavor from unsweetened shredded coconut. You’ll mix it into the “batter” and roll them in more coconut for a fun treat!
Extra flavor: you’ll also need some vanilla extract and salt to bring out all of the flavors. Learn how to make your own vanilla here.
Cacao nibs: add a little chocolatey richness with a couple tablespoons of cacao nibs.

Customize your energy bites

Feel free to customize your coconut cashew energy bites with some extra protein or nutrition! Here’s what I can suggest:

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

When adding to these energy bites you may need to add 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil to help replace the moisture.

My favorite way to jazz them up

If you’re looking for an extra delicious option, feel free to roll them in toasted coconut instead of regular shredded coconut! There are a couple of easy ways to toast your own regular, unsweetened shredded coconut:

Add the shredded coconut to a skillet over medium-low heat and toast it on the stovetop for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
Or bake the shredded coconut at 325 degrees F for about 3 minutes until golden.

How to make coconut cashew energy balls

Pulse the ingredients. Add all of the ingredients except the cacao nibs + extra shredded coconut to a food processor and pulse until the mixture is well combined and sticky. You may need to press the mixture down a bit while pulsing.
Add cacao nibs. Pour in your cacao nibs and process a couple more times so that they mix right in.
Roll them up. Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to roll the mixture into 14 energy balls, then roll them in extra shredded coconut if you’d like.
Store & enjoy! Store them in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer, and enjoy them whenever you’re looking for a healthy snack or treat!

Storing & freezing tips

To store: these coconut cashew energy bites will last for 1 week in the fridge.
To freeze: feel free to add them to a freezer-safe bag or container and store them for up to 1 month. I prefer these energy bites straight from the freezer, and I’d recommend letting them soften up for about 5-10 minutes in the fridge or at room temp before eating them.

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I hope you love these salted caramel coconut cashew energy bites! If you make them be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked them. Enjoy, xo!