Golden Turmeric Energy Bites

Makes 15

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup almond butter (check the label — it should say "almonds" and nothing else!)
• ½ cup pitted Medjool dates (about 6-8 dates)
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 pinch black pepper (helps your body absorb the turmeric)
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (70%+ cacao)
• 1-2 tablespoons warm water (only if needed)

Method:

1. Blend the dates in a food processor until they form a sticky paste (add a tablespoon of warm water if they're not breaking down easily).
2. Combine the oats, flaxseed, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a large bowl and mix well. 
3. Add the almond butter and date paste and stir until everything is combined — it should be sticky enough to hold together. 
4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips. 
5. Pop the mixture in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up (this makes rolling much easier). 
6. Roll into roughly 14-16 small balls using slightly damp hands. 
7. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutritional Breakdown (approximate, per bite — based on 15 bites):

* Note: Nutritional values are approximate and based on standard ingredient sizes.