Espresso Date Bites

These yummy bites are like a tiny coffee shop treat you can make yourself! They're sweet and chewy with a little kick of espresso, perfect for when you need a burst of energy to play or study. It might sound strange, but the dates and coffee together are super tasty!

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional, for rolling)

Steps

1. Combine dates, oats, espresso, cocoa, syrup.
2. Blend until a sticky dough forms.
3. Roll dough into small bite-sized balls.
4. Roll balls in shredded coconut, if using.
5. Chill for 10 minutes before serving.

About this recipe

This is one of Espresso Date Bites — part of my collection of 212+ weird-but-good recipes I made at age 11. Every card is hand-drawn by AI in a style I designed. If you make this, come say hi or leave me a tip on the main page.

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— Brycen 🦊