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Chocolate Cherry Mocha Brownie Bites [vegan + gluten-free + high protein]

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Rich cocoa and sweet cherries combine in these raw, vegan brownie bites! Amazing chocolate flavor is complimented with a hint of coffee and lots of crunch from raw almonds and walnuts. These bites taste decadent, but are actually healthy and full of plant-based protein. The ultimate no-bake brownie treat!

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Can you feel it?

The love in the air! Ahhhhh. The love of chocolate that is. 😉

Chocolate Day is upon us! Wait, am I the only one who refers to Valentine’s Day as Chocolate Day? Well from the looks of supermarkets, drug stores, and department stores, I’d say Chocolate Day is pretty darn accurate. Sure, Valentine’s Day is supposed to be for lovey-dovey gestures between partners, but in my world it’s just another excuse to eat ALL THE CHOCOLATE.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”477″ height=”477″ />Stores start rolling out the goodies as soon as the lock strikes 12 on January 1st and keep pumping up this “Hallmark Holiday” right up until the big day. I’m not the biggest fan of these frivolous types of holidays, but instead of being a hater, I choose to embrace them for the parts I can enjoy. Whether you’re partnered up or single this season, we ALL deserve to treat ourselves to some chocolate deliciousness!

Especially in the form of Chocolate Cherry Mocha Brownie Bites! Long name, major deliciousness.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”474″ height=”630″ />I’ve been trying to hold off on sharing this recipes for a few weeks now since it’s very seasonably appropriate for this time of year. I thought it up at the end of last year, but just never got around to making it because I didn’t have the proper ingredients.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”579″ height=”579″ />When I stumbled across the new Purely Inspired organic protein powder at Walmart. [Side note: I am so impressed with Walmart lately! They’ve been rolling out all sorts of health conscious products…their gluten-free section is banging, they’ve transitioned to carrying a lot of organics, and let’s not forget their great prices.]Purely Inspired Organic Protein Powder & Mission1 Protein Bars at WalmartPurely Inspired protein is a new line of clean, plant-based protein powder that is free of all artificial colors and flavorings. It’s the ONLY USDA approved plant-based protein on the market. Isn’t it crazy that most of the supplements out there haven’t even been tested and reviewed by the FDA? Vegan friends, you now have a great option for organic, AFFORDABLE protein powder (only $19.97 for 1.5 lbs!).Purely Inspired Organic Protein Powder & Mission1 Protein Bars at WalmartIn addition to the protein powders, Walmart also started carrying Mission1 protein bars. When I saw flavors like Cookies & Cream and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, I had to try a few. Chocolate is the way to my heart if you couldn’t tell from this post. 😉Purely Inspired Organic Protein Powder & Mission1 Protein Bars at WalmartJust like the Purely Inspired protein, the Mission1 bars are organic, convenient for healthy eating on the go, and PACKED with protein…20-21 grams per bar! They’re made from a quality mix of protein isolates so you know you’re getting a pure, rapidly absorbed boost of protein that’s easy on the stomach.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”566″ height=”566″ />You know my love of making protein packed treats, so you can bet I ripped open the Decadent Chocolate flavor and added it to the snack recipe I was working on. Originally, I intended these to be of the truffle variety. But once I added the rich tasting chocolate protein and tested the mixture, I was immediately hit with thoughts of soft, chewy brownies!

Thus, Chocolate Cherry Mocha Brownie Bites were born!

Chocolate Cherry Mocha Brownie Bites...a raw, vegan treat that will satisfy any chocolate craving from Healthy Helper Blog

Chocolate Cherry Mocha Brownie Bites

by Healthy Helper

Keywords: raw blender vegan gluten-free sugar-free soy-free

Ingredients (24 brownie bites)

  • 1 cup raw walnuts
  • ½ cup raw almonds
  • 2 cup of soft dates, pitted and finely chopped
  • ¾ cup unsweetened dried cherries
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa
  • 2 tsp instant coffee granules `
  • 1 scoop Purely Inspired Decadent Chocolate protein powder (or another chocolate vegan protein powder)
  • 2 tbsp. of extra-virgin coconut oil
  • 1/8 tsp of sea salt

Instructions

Combine nuts in a food processor. Process until finely ground. Add dates, cacao, cherries, extra-virgin coconut oil, and salt. Mix until well combined.

Shape the brownie dough into small balls.

Place the bites in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up.

These bites will stay fresh for at least 1 week in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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These are the closest thing you can get to fresh-baked brownies with NO BAKING! They have that dense, fudgy texture of perfectly cooked brownies with slight crunch from the walnuts and nice hints of tartness from the dried cherries. The perfect contrast of tastes and textures.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”543″ height=”543″ />I really could have called these DOUBLE chocolate brownie bites because you get intense chocolate flavor from both the unsweetened cocoa powder and the Purely Inspired protein powder.

One thing I love about working with plant-based protein in no-bake treats is that it’s not as chalky and dry as whey products can be. It blended in perfectly with the other ingredients and made them nice and sturdy so they hold together well.Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”478″ height=”635″ />The addition of instant coffee gives these a smooth mocha flavor and even makes them great for a pre-workout munch since they’ve got some caffeine in them. You know you’re gonna have a good sweat session when it starts with chocolate! Brownie bites before and then a Purely Inspired protein shake or Mission1 protein bar afterwards…a perfect pairing of snacks!Healthy Helper Blog [vegan, raw, gluten-free, healthy, healthy food, healthy snack, healthy recipe, cherry, coffee, chocolate, dessert, treat, Valentine’s Day, healthy Valentine’s Day, easy to make, paleo, vegetarian, bites, balls, truffles]” width=”590″ height=”590″ />So, whether you’re flying solo this month & next or are paired off with a special someone, treat yourself to these delectable bites of brownie heaven! Raw, vegan, and packed with protein…dessert doesn’t get any healthier than this. 🙂

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Looking for more raw treats? Check out these recipes…

Raw Vegan Red Velvet Truffles

Raw Coconut Ginger Amaretto Bites

Superfood Peanut Butter Bites

Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day?

Have you ever made raw versions of your favorite treats before?

What’s your favorite way to get protein in your diet?

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Comments

  6. As a coffee lover (no secret there) and a huge fan of the chocolate cherry combo since I was a little kid and my mom use to make the best Black Forest Cakes, I love these! Whole food nutrition at it’s best! Thank you for linking up with Deborah and I for Meatless Monday!

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    • OMG how did I not think of Black Forest cake when I made these?! That could have been a (less complicated!) better name! Thank you so much for hosting! Your sweet potato chips look AMAZING.

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  7. You totally had me thinking that “Chocolate Day” was a thing and I was just behind haha! But it should be a thing, because that’s the main reason I show up on V day! Fruit + chocolate in a perfect little snack, I want these little Brownie bites to me my Valentine <3

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  9. Ha ha, I like the idea of Valentine’s Day as “Chocolate Day” Very true! 🙂

    These look like the perfect little treat! I’ve never made a raw dessert before so I’m excited to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing!

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  14. These look and sound fabulous! I’ve been recently converted to raw bites made from a date base – they’ve really helped me stay away from the unhealthier snacks in the biscuit barrel so I’ll certainly be trying these! #CookBlogShare
    Angela x

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  17. I’m positively drooling these looks so good! My boyfriend and I are debating whether or not to go out to eat on Valentines day, but these are enough to make me want to stay in and cook!

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  18. I am a total mess when I bake . Wish I could do it well. These looks so good. I’m definitely pinning and I will give them a try and see if they will come out nicely so I can surprise my boyfriend

    Michelle

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  20. Hi there. I would like to try this recipe, but can’t access your brand of protein powder. Can you please include/let me know the volume/weight of your “scoop” in the recipe? Ta!

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  21. I have been meaning to give any of these type of recipes a try. I think you may have sold me. I was craving cherry cordials, and of course we’re almost into February, and are no where to be found. Thanks for linking up with us at The Wednesday Showcase Party.

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  23. This looks so good! Pinned and tweeted. Thanks for coming to our party and sharing such an amazing masterpiece! I hope to see you next Monday @7 because we love to party with you! Happy Wednesday! Lou Lou Girls

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  30. Hi Kaila,
    Love this recipe -sounds like a tasty healthy snack. I think it great that Walmart is carrying more organic so that it can be affordable for people. It also goes to show that people are really concerned and becoming aware of what is in our food and that is a great change for our country. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted!

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  38. I love this recipe!! In our home, we love protein snacks, but I’ve been shying away from them because of the whey in the protein powder. I love this option and I will be looking for this protein powder in the stores. This recipe sounds so delicious I will be making it soon.

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  42. I’m intrigued by these little bites! They’re adorable, and I love that they’re guilt-free.

    Thanks for linking up with The Alder Collective! Your posts have been pinned to our group board. We hope you’ll join us again tomorrow at 8 pm EST.

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  43. No bake is my favourite kind of “baking” haha ;p
    These sound great! I really need to get my butt in gear and come up with a good Valentine’s Day treat =)
    Growing up, my family always made a huge deal of Valentine’s Day, so I have fond memories. My husband isn’t so much into celebrating big holidays though, so we don’t really do much. It’s just another day.

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  48. These look delish! I’m not sure I’ve ever tried vegan brownies before, but these are certainly tempting. Thanks so much for sharing your recipe with us at Funtastic Friday.

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