Putzel Kitchen

Apricot Cashew Bites

These little bites will satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free.

apricot cashew bites

These little energy bites are sweet, chewy and satisfying. It takes minutes to mix up and stay fresh in the freezer for a few months.

Ingredients

Yield: 18
  • 1 cups raw cashews
  • 1 cups unsulfered, unsweetened dried apricots
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes + 1/2 cup for coating
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3/4 cup non-dairy, mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in food processor (other than chocolate chips) for a few minutes, until a large ball forms.

Step 2

MIx in chocolate chips.

Step 3

Form into small balls about 1" in diameter and roll over remaining 1/2 cup coconut flakes. Place on wax paper in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days or the freezer for up to 2 months.

Notes

Inspired by Gwenyth Paltrow's The Clean Plate