Cosmic Brownie Date Bites
Welcome to our Recipes With No Food Rules Series, where we celebrate the joy of intuitive eating and wholesome meals that nourish both the body and soul without the food rules.
If cosmic brownies were part of your childhood snack rotation, you’re not alone. There’s something nostalgic and joyful about that rich chocolate flavor and colorful candy coating that feels like pure fun.
And let’s be clear right up front: these cosmic brownie bites do not replace a cosmic brownie. They’re not meant to. You can still enjoy the original whenever that’s what sounds good.
Instead, think of these as a different option. One that brings together a little childhood joy and some nourishment, without making food about swaps or “shoulds.”
Why No Food Rules Matter Here
This recipe isn’t about making brownies “healthier” or turning dessert into something it’s not. It’s about:
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Honoring cravings for chocolate and sweetness
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Adding variety to snack options
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Letting fun and nourishment coexist
Food doesn’t have to earn its place by being “clean” or “perfect.” These bites simply offer more nutrient density thanks to ingredients like dates and nuts while still being fun.
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Instructions
Yield: 10 Balls
- Add all ingredients except the sweetener and candy-coated chocolate chips to a food processor.
- Add the sweetener and blend until a thick “dough” forms.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently fold in the candy-coated chocolate chips.
- Shape into bite-sized balls and enjoy.
*Store in the fridge for 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Recipe adapted from: Kaylie Grace (Purely Kaylie)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Medjool dates, pitted
- ½ cup almonds
- ½ cup walnuts
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A sprinkle of salt
- 1 tbsp sweetener of choice (such as maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp candy-coated chocolate chips
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