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    Modified: Jul 31, 2023 · Published: Jul 10, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Mexican Brownie Bites

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    These portable Mexican Brownie Bites are sweet with a hint of spice. They're easy to make with ingredients you probably already have on hand.

    Mexican Brownie Bites in a bowl.

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    I really love energy bites. They are not only easy to make, they're perfect for a road trip or on the go.

    Being gluten-free and vegan, it's nice to have a snack to bring with me even when running errands. It saves me money from buying protein bars and I get to control the ingredients.

    These Mexican Brownie Bites are a healthy snack while tasting like a dessert. They were inspired by my No-Bake Fudgy Vegan Brownies.

    You might also like my Vegan Edible Brownie Batter, Mexican Chocolate Balls, and Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Snacks
    • 📋 Recipe
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • They are simple and easy to make.
    • They are a healthy snack that tastes like a dessert.
    • They are portable.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Dates: Helps the dough stick together and adds sweetness. You could also use maple syrup or agave syrup. If you do you'll use less than what's listed for the amount of dates and you won't need water. You'll also need more almond flour and cacao powder.
    • Cacao powder (or cocoa powder): Adds a chocolaty flavor.
    • Almond flour: Adds a nutty flavor. You could also use oat flour.
    • Vanilla extract: Enhances flavors.
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg: Add a warming spice flavor.
    • Cayenne pepper: Adds a spicy flavor.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness.
    • Chocolate chips: You could also use dark chocolate baking chunks.
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    🔪 Instructions

    Dates, cacao powder, almond flour, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and water in a food processor.

    Step 1: Add all the ingredients except chocolate chips into a food processor.

    Mixture in a food processor after mixing.

    Step 2: Mix to combine.

    Chocolate chips being folded into mixture in a food processor.

    Step 3: Fold in chocolate chips.

    Mixture rolled into balls on a cutting board.

    Step 4: Roll into balls and store in the fridge.

    💭 Tips

    • Soak dates in hot water to soften them, if needed.
    • If you need more than 2 tablespoons of water to form balls, add a very small amount at a time.
    • If you find the dough is sticking to your hands, place the batter in the fridge for an hour so that it's easier to form balls.
    Mexican Brownie Bites in ramekin.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Are energy balls actually healthy?

    Packed with dates, cacao powder, and almond flour, these energy bites are a healthy snack.

    How long do energy bites last?

    These energy bites will last 7 days in an airtight container in the fridge, and several months in the freezer.

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    If you tried this Mexican Brownie Bites Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

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    Mexican Brownie Bites

    These portable Mexican Brownie Bites are sweet with a hint of spice. They're easy to make with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Fusion, Mexican inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 20 bites
    Calories 93kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cup pitted dates
    • ¾ cup cacao powder
    • 1 cup almond flour / meal
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
    • Pinch cayenne pepper
    • Pinch salt
    • 2 tablespoons water
    • ½ cup chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • If your dates are hard soak them in hot water, then drain.
    • Mix all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor.
    • Fold in chocolate chips.
    • Form bite sized balls and store in the fridge.

    Notes

    These energy bites will last up to 2 weeks in an airtight container in the fridge.
    If you want to make extra and freeze them, they'll last up to 3 months in the freezer.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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