No-Bake Lemon Cashew Energy Bites

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

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Vegan, gluten-free energy bites with a zesty lemon twist and creamy cashew base, perfect for a healthy snack or quick breakfast. This vegan recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs raw cashews, medjool dates, pitted, fresh lemon zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 95 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 12 95 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup raw cashews
10 medjool dates, pitted
1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 1 cup raw cashews in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped, about 20 seconds.
Step 2: Add 10 pitted medjool dates, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to the food processor. Blend until the mixture forms a sticky dough, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Step 4: Place the energy bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Step 5: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.