Peppermint Chocolate Bites Dipped in Coconut

Peppermint chocolate  bites are full of chocolate minty flavor, and are a festive addition to your holiday cookie tray.  They are simple to make in just minutes, and they are naturally sweet, gluten-free and vegan.

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Peppermint chocolate  bites are full of chocolate minty flavor, and are a festive addition to your holiday cookie tray.  They are simple to make in just minutes, and they are naturally sweet, gluten-free and vegan.

Sugary cookies always look so good, especially this time of year, but since I've cut way back on refined sugar, they don't  taste that good to me anymore.  When I'm craving something sweet, I would much rather pop one of these little rich, fudgy and minty bites into my mouth.

Peppermint chocolate bites will satisfy any sweet tooth and they are a much healthier choice.  And the best part?  There are only four ingredients needed to make this peppermint chocolate bites recipe.  Here is what you will need:  Medjool dates, peppermint extract, cocoa powder, coconut, and a food processor.

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Thank you Nielsen-Massey Vanillas for sending me one of your Nielsen-Massey Holiday Flavors Bundles for my holiday baking.  As always all opinions are my own.

The holiday season is upon us once again, and that means it's baking season.  I plan to start my holiday baking real soon because it just wouldn't be the holidays without cookies and all of the memories that go along  with holiday baking.  First up will be these chocolate chip cookies, and then I will make these raspberry thumbprint cookies.

Baking for the holidays in my house is about more than just having a tray of cookies, it's about celebrating the season with family and friends. So to keep the tradition going, and the refined sugar content low, I like to add some naturally sweet no-bake treats to my cookie tray too.  One of my favorite additions  are these mint chocolate bites.

Peppermint Chocolate Bites

I just love the combination of mint and dark chocolate together, and  Nielsen-Massey Vanillas peppermint extract is  just what's needed  to make these peppermint chocolate bites taste over the top minty and delicious. In fact, I'm loving all of the flavors in the Nielsen-Massey Vanillas holiday flavor gift pack.  I've used the Madagascar vanilla a few times already, and plan to use all three flavors in my holiday baking.

If you are getting ready to bake for the holiday season, check out the Nielsen-Massey Holiday Flavors Bundle gift pack only available on Amazon.   All of the flavors are gluten-free, non-gmo, and taste fresh.  The Nielsen-Massey Holiday Flavors Bundle gift pack also make the perfect gift for your foodie friends!

How to make peppermint chocolate bites

Process pitted dates in a food processor

Mix in the chocolate and peppermint extract

Roll the mixture into little balls

Dip in shredded coconut

Variations of peppermint chocolate bites:

• Dip peppermint chocolate bites in chopped peanuts, pistachios, walnuts or cashews in  place of coconut
• Crumble up peppermint candy  and roll the peppermint chocolate bites
• Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over bites
• Add ½ teaspoon of Nielsen Massey Madagascar vanilla

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Peppermint Chocolate Bites

Peppermint chocolate  bites are full of chocolate minty flavor, and are a festive addition to your holiday cookie tray.  They are simple to make in just minutes, and they are naturally sweet, gluten-free and vegan.

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Course: Dessert Recipes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate bites, Naturally sweet, peppermint bites, peppermint chocolate bites

Servings: 15

Calories: 7kcal

Author: Anne

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Ingredients

• 14 pitted [medjool dates]
• 3 tablespoons [cocoa powder]
• ½ teaspoon[ Nielsen-Massey Vanillas peppermint extract]
• ¼ cup [shredded coconut for garnish]

Instructions

• Place dates, cocoa powder and peppermint extract into a food processor and blend until mixture forms into a ball.  (if mixture is more crumbly, add water 1 teaspoon at a time until mixture forms a large ball)
• Remove mixture from food processor and place in refrigerator for 20 minutes
• Remove from refrigerator and roll into balls, then shredded coconut
• Store in refrigerator for up to week

Notes

This recipe makes about 12 to 15 balls, depending on the size

Variations:

• Dip peppermint chocolate bites in chopped peanuts, pistachios, walnuts or cashews in  place of coconut
• Crumble up peppermint candy  and roll the peppermint chocolate bites
• Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over bites
• Add ½ teaspoon of Nielsen Massey Madagascar vanilla

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball | Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Sugar: 1g

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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