Peanut Butter "Cookie Dough" Bites

By vealam

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 c. Justin's® Peanut Butter (honey or regular)
• 2/3 c. mini chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate bar
• 1/2 c. honey
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt (optional)
• optional toppings
• shredded fine coconut
• tempered chocolate, melted
• nuts or seeds, chopped
• pretzels, crushed

Details

Servings 40
Adapted from thefauxmartha.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a food processor or high-powered blender, pulse coconut shreds into a fine powder. This will vary from 30 seconds to 2 minutes depending on the machine.
Empty out into a large bowl. Add in Justin's® peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, honey, vanilla, and salt. Stir until evenly combined and a dough-like consistency is formed. Pop in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to firm up. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. Prep toppings as desired, and place in small bowls.
Remove "dough" from fridge. Using a tablespoon-sized spring release scoop, scoop bites. Roll between palms and place on baking sheet to make completely round. Repeat.
Dunk or roll balls into toppings as desired.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or so.

NOTES:
• Sometimes I substitute 1 1/2 cups oats for 1 1/2 cups coconut to change things up and add a little fiber, still using the other 2 cups of coconut to equal 3 1/2 cups. These bites are super versatile. Add your spin where you see fit!