Chocolate Caramel Coffee Energy Bites
Chocolate Caramel Coffee Energy Bites combine the richness of coffee with creamy caramel and chocolate, resulting in a sweet, energizing treat.
Ingredients
- Espresso powder: 2 tsp or 2 tbsp brewed coffee
- Rolled oats: 1 cup
- Peanut butter or almond butter: 1/4 cup
- Caramel sauce: 2 tbsp or melted caramel
- Cocoa powder: 1 tbsp
- Honey or maple syrup: 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Chocolate chips: 1/4 cup dark or milk chocolate
- Chia seeds: 2 tbsp
- Sea salt: Pinch
Instructions
- Blend the base: Pulse the oats and cocoa powder in a food processor until fine.
- Add the espresso: Mix in the espresso powder and pulse again.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add peanut butter, caramel, honey, and vanilla. Blend until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency.
- Add the extras: Stir in chocolate chips and chia seeds by hand.
- Shape into bites: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 15 minutes to let them firm up.
- Enjoy: Grab one whenever you need a boost!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Vitamin E: 4%
- Calcium: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For an extra caramel kick, drizzle some caramel on top of the bites before chilling.
- These bites keep well in the fridge for up to a week—or freeze for up to a month if you want to plan ahead.
- If you’re feeling extra indulgent, add some crushed nuts or more chocolate chips.