NO-BAKE ENERGY BITES WITH GINGER AND TURMERIC

1. • 3/4 cup dark chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional)
   • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
   • 1/2 cup raw almonds
   • 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
   • 1 1/2 cups pitted dates (preferably Medjool)
   • 1/4 cup chia seeds
   • 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
   • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
   • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
   • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
   • Pulse coconut, almonds, and pumpkin seeds in food processor until very coarsely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl
   • Pulse dates in food processor until finely chopped. Scrape down sides of bowl and add chia seeds. With the motor running, slowly stream in 1/4 cup very hot water and process until a paste forms. Add almond butter, ginger, turmeric, and salt; process until very smooth. Add coconut mixture and pulse until just combined.
   • Scoop date mixture by the level tablespoon, roll into balls in between palms, then roll in reserved chopped espresso beans, pressing slightly to adhere. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet or plate and chill at least 1 hour.
   • Do Ahead
   • Bites can be made 7 days ahead. Chill in an airtight container, or freeze up to 3 months