May 3, 2026
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Caramel Cocoa Bites

These quick and easy 5-ingredient treats satisfy your sweet tooth while fitting perfectly into a plant-based diet. With naturally caramel-flavored dates, warm cinnamon, and rich cocoa, they're an ideal no-bake snack that doubles as a healthy dessert. Make a double batch and enjoy them throughout the week.

Caramel Cocoa Bites
Prep15 minutesmin
Cook0 minutesmin
Total35 minutesmin
Serves4 servings

Ingredients Check off as you gather

Instructions Step-by-step

  1. Combine the dates, oats, cinnamon, and cocoa powder in a food processor and process until the mixture forms a dough-like texture when pinched together.

  2. If the mixture is too dry, add more dates; if too gooey, add more oats.

  3. Roll the mixture into 8 balls and then roll each ball in shredded coconut or hemp seeds to coat.

  4. Freeze the coated balls on a lined cookie sheet for 20 minutes before serving.

  5. Store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer.

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