Coffee & Chocolate Date and Oat Bites

Date and Oat Bites with coffee and chocolate. Includes measured ingredients and a step-by-step method.

Ingredients

• 150 g pitted soft dates
• 80 g ready-to-eat rolled oats
• 60 g smooth peanut or sunflower seed butter
• 1–3 tbsp water, as needed
• 1 tsp instant coffee dissolved in 1 tsp warm water
• 20 g finely chopped dark chocolate

Method

1. Check the dates for pits. Pulse the dates, oats and peanut or sunflower seed butter in a food processor until finely chopped.
2. Add the coffee and chocolate ingredients and pulse briefly. Add water one tablespoon at a time, just until the mixture holds when pressed.
3. Divide into 12 portions and roll into balls with clean hands. Chill for 20 minutes to firm.
4. Store covered in the refrigerator and check labels for nut and other allergens before serving.

New editorial recipe; not independently kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates. Follow doneness cues and check ingredient labels for allergens.