Nutty Dark Chocolate Bites

We all crave something sweet now and then, but that doesn’t mean we have to turn to ultra-processed snacks filled with sugar and empty calories. That’s exactly why I love these Nutty Dark Chocolate Bites: they are a delicious, nutrient-rich dessert made with just a few wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar.

This recipe is all about healthy fats, natural sweetness, and a bit of chocolate love. The base combines creamy almond butter, cashews, dates and hazelnuts, blended together with melted coconut oil to create a rich and satisfying layer. On top of that comes a glossy layer of melted dark chocolate, lightly sweetened with stevia, which keeps the glycemic load low and supports steady energy, which means no blood sugar crashes here.

Once everything is layered, just pop them in the freezer for at least 40 minutes, and you’ll have the perfect freezer-friendly snack or dessert ready whenever your sweet tooth strikes.

These bites are proof that a healthy lifestyle doesn't mean saying goodbye to chocolate, it just means choosing better ingredients that support your body and mind. Choose this simple gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free dessert to nourish your body!

Prep & Wait Time: 60 minutes

Serves 8

Source of healthy fats

INGREDIENTS:

Prepare the Base Layer:

• 100 g cashews
• 100 g hazelnuts
• 20 g pitted soft dates
• 3 tbsp almond butter
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted

Prepare the Top Layer:

• 70 g 90% cocoa dark chocolate, roughly chopped
• 1 tsp liquid stevia extract, more to taste

METHOD:

1. Grease a 15x21 cm glass container with coconut oil.
2. Place the cashews, hazelnuts, and dates in a food processor and blitz for a bit until they are smoother but not completely ground. Add the almond butter and coconut oil and mix to combine.
3. Spoon the mixture into the baking tray and smooth it into an even layer.
4. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate and the stevia in a bain marie until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate over the nut mixture and smooth out in an even layer.
5. Put the lid on the container and place it in the freezer for at least 40 minutes.

Approximate Nutritional Breakdown:

• Calories: 274 kcal
• Protein: 6.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 12.9 g
• Fat: 23.8 g
• Fiber: 3.4 g

Tip: Store them in the freezer and enjoy straight from there; they have the perfect fudge-like texture!