bite - Chocolate Fig Energy Bites

By tinathorn

Ingredients

• 1 c dried figs
• 1/2 c + 2 tbsp water
• 1 c old-fashioned oats (gluten-free if necessary)
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (such as Plant Fusion Vanilla Bean)
• 1/4 c unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp miniature chocolate chips

Preparation

Step 1

Add the figs and water to a large microwave-safe bowl, and microwave on HIGH for 1 minute. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes before adding the hydrated figs and leftover water to a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. (Place in the refrigerator to speed up the process.)
Add the oats, protein powder, and cocoa powder to a medium bowl, and stir until thoroughly combined. Mix in the fig paste until fully incorporated. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Lay a sheet of wax paper on a large plate. Shape the chocolate mixture into 32 balls, placing each on the wax paper after rolling.