Date free, mix and make golden spiced bliss bites . . .
AKA – everything I am currently obsessed with all rolled up in to tasty little treat.
And oh what a treat they are!
Subtly sweet, deliciously buttery perfectly spiced, blissful bites of deliciousness.
If there’s one recipe request I get asked for more than any other it’s for more date free snacks.
Well, ask and you shall receive my friend . . .
Made with just a handful of ingredients that I bet you have on hand already and come together in 1 bowl, with 1 spoon less than 10 minutes!
No soaking, no blending, no fancy equipment what so ever.
Just stir, roll, devour!
And devour you will!
Honestly, for something that is so simple to throw together using such minimal ingredients, I couldn’t believe how incredible they taste.
I almost called them blondie bites because thats exactly what they remind me of!
Deliciously buttery, subtly sweet, soft and fudgy, so good!
Although, it really shouldn’t really come as a surprise . . . I mean, there really is little in life that can’t be made better with a generous spoonful of nut butter and a sprinkling of turmeric (and cinnamon).
I don’t know what it is but there is something about that glorious, golden spice mix that just makes my heart (and tummy) all kinds of happy.
Even just the smell . . . it warms me down to the depths of my soul . . .
It kind of makes it feel like Christmas . . .
One taste of these beauties will have you thinking Christmas has come early, and well, if you ask me, I kind of think it has bringing with it the most wonderful gift of all . . .
SNACKSS!
You and I both know that edible gifts are the best kind of gifts and this right here, these deliciously simple, perfectly spiced, gloriously golden bliss bites are the gift that keep on giving!
Not only do they taste all kinds of magical, and hear me when I say they really, REALLY do but , they also pack a nutritional punch . . .
They are rich in antioxidants, a natural anti-inflammatory, great for digestion as well as brain and heart health!
They will help stabilize blood sugar, lower your risk of diabetes, improve brain function and boost your immunity!
So, if you’re looking for an excuse to eat more snacks, then look no further friend, I got you covered!
And would you just look at how pretty they are!!!!
With all those flecks of vanilla and heart warming spices . . .
Now, one last thing before you go get your snack on, I’m not saying that you have too, because they really do taste all kinds of incredible just as they are, but, if you have a little extra time on your hands and feel like getting a little fancy with your snacks then I strongly suggest you roll some in a little cacao (because life’s just better when it’s dusted in chocolate) , and some in some finely shredded coconut.
The contrast in both taste and texture take these treats to a wholllleeee new level!
2 extra minutes, 100 % worth it!
All natural, quick and easy, subtly sweet, deliciously buttery, perfectly spiced DATE FREE, bliss bites . . .
The only thing that’s left to decide is which will you devour first?!
Original, cacao or coconut?!
Cacao for me please!
Gluten Free – Dairy free – Grain free – DATE FREE – Refined sugar free – Low carb – Paleo – Keto & Vegan friendly !
1 bowl, 10 minutes in the making,
Make them. Eat them. Love, love, love them
{DATE FREE} Mix & Make Golden Spiced Bliss Bites
Makes approximately 16 subtly sweet, deliciously buttery, perfectly spiced bites of blissful deliciousness.
Ingredients –
1/2 cup almond butter
1-2 Tablespoons of maple syrup (or honey) – more or less to desired level of sweetness
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper – this is important as the chemical compound in the black pepper is what helps and enables the body to absorb all of those incredible nutrients in the turmeric! You can’t taste the pepper, promise.
A pinch of salt
1/4 cup of coconut flour – or protein powder – see below *
2-3 Tablespoons of almond milk (or filtered water)
Optional add ins –
1 teaspoon of maca powder – For hormone balance
2 scoops of collagen ( I ♥ Vital proteins unflavored collagen peptides ) – for gut healing goodness
* 1-2 scoops of protein powder (vanilla or unflavored would work best in this recipe) – for extra protein – I use Proganics Vanilla whey – you can use EMS10 to get 10% off
1-2 Tbsp Hemp seeds – Plant based protein, omega 3’s, vitamins, minerals & essential amino acids – I love My Hemple – EMSWAN10 = 10% off
Optional for serving –
Cacao
Finely shredded coconut
Method –
1 – Place all ingredients into a medium size bowl and stir to combine.
Note – If the mixture is a little dry add a little extra milk or water until it comes together
2 – Taste and adjust to desired level of spice and sweetness – adding a little extra maple syrup/honey or vanilla and extra cinnamon if desired.
3 – Using your hands, roll approx 1 small Tablespoons worth of dough into bite size balls then set aside – FYI – I like to make my bites on the smaller side. You would probably need 3 of mine to make up one of those golf ball size bites you buy at cafe’s or in stores.
4 – If you are going to coat your bliss bites simply place your cacao & coconut into a small bowls or zip lock bags and gently press/shake until nicely coated.
Enjoy xo
Question of the day –
Are you a fellow bliss bite lover? What’s your favorite flavor combination?
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