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recovery bites for runners

The BEST Recovery Bites for Runners (and KIDS!)

The perfect 4:1 ratio of carbs to protein, these tasty, whole-food bites are simple and yummy!
Medjool dates are the star of this recipe adding an almost caramel flavor and if you use peanuts as your nut of choice, it's a classic chocolate-PB combo!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 181 kcal

Equipment

  • food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup nuts
  • 12 medjool dates
  • 1/3 cup cocoa
  • pinch salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, blend nuts until crumbly, but do not process into nut butter.
    chopped nuts
  • Add 12 pitted medjool dates, cocoa, salt, vanilla, and a splash of water and process until you have a sticky dough.
    recovery bites for runners
  • Roll into 12 balls and enjoy!
  • Can last 7-10 days in a refrigerated in a sealed container.

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Notes

Using peanuts, each truffle contains 22g carbohydrate, 9.5g fat, 5g protein, and a whopping 308mg of potassium!
Keyword plant based, recovery, vegan