Nutty Date Bites with Puffed Quinoa

Name: Nutty Date Bites with Puffed Quinoa
Cook time: 1 h 6 min
Total time: 1 h 6 min
Yield: 8 bites
Ingredients: 20 dates (deseeded); 1/2 cup of walnuts (roasted); 1/2 cup of almonds (roasted); 1/4 cup of HerbaZest Aguaje Powder (+ more for garnish); 3/4 cups of oats; 3 tablespoons of Cacao Powder; 1 cup of dark chocolate chips (melted); 2 tablespoons of espresso

Updated: April 14, 2026

These rich, chewy bites blend sweet dates, roasted nuts, and hints of coffee for a satisfying energy boost. Puffed quinoa adds a light crunch, while a dark chocolate coating takes them to the next level. Packed with fiber and healthy fats, they're a wholesome treat you'll want to keep on hand.

Servings

8 bites

Total time

1h 6min

Cook time

1h 6min

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Ingredients

20 dates (deseeded)
1/2 cup of walnuts (roasted)
1/2 cup of almonds (roasted)
1/4 cup of HerbaZest Puffed Quinoa (+ more for garnish)
3/4 cups of oats
3 tablespoons of Cacao Powder
1 cup of dark chocolate chips (melted)
2 tablespoons of espresso

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Directions

Soak the dates in hot water for 10–15 minutes to soften.
In a blender or food processor, pulse oats, almonds, walnuts, and cocoa powder until coarse.
Add drained dates, espresso, and puffed quinoa. Blend into a sticky mixture.
Shape into balls or press into silicone molds. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Dip each bite in melted dark chocolate and place on a parchment-lined tray.
Sprinkle with extra puffed quinoa and chill until set.

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