Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you’re celebrating with your love, your friends, your kiddos, or simply treating yourself, I’ve got the perfect chocolatey treat for you.
At the Conscious Cleanse, we believe in filling our plates with whole, nourishing foods while still enjoying sweet treats. And let’s be real—what’s Valentine’s Day without chocolate?
But instead of the processed sugar and mystery ingredients in store-bought treats, I’m making something just as decadent and so much better for you: Valentine’s Day Love Bites!
These little bites of bliss are naturally sweetened with dates, packed with heart-healthy walnuts, and infused with raw cacao (hello, antioxidants!). I’ve also added maca, a powerful adaptogen known to put a little pep in your step—perfect for this day of love.
To give them that extra Valentine’s flair, I’m rolling them in crushed freeze-dried raspberries for a pop of pink and a burst of fruity goodness. It’s a treat that feels indulgent but nourishes your body at the same time—the best of both worlds!
One of the things I love most about making homemade treats is knowing my kids can enjoy them, too—without all the processed sugar and artificial junk. When I make my own treats, my kids never feel like they’re missing out.
I hope these Love Bites bring you joy and a little extra sparkle this Valentine’s Day.
With chocolate raspberry love,
Valentine’s Day Love Bites
Yield: 20 balls
Ingredients:
- 1 cup raw walnuts
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- ¼ cup raw cacao powder
- 1 tsp maca powder (optional for kids)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 6 tbsp freeze-dried raspberries (or strawberries), finely crushed
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Optional: 1 tbsp cacao nibs for a little extra crunch
Instructions:
In a food processor, combine walnuts, dates, cacao powder, maca powder (if using) sea salt, cinnamon, and 3 tbsp dried raspberries. Process until smooth and well incorporated.
Using your hands, roll the mixture into 20 bite-size balls.
Chop the remaining 3 tbsp freeze dried raspberries into a fine powder. Roll each ball in finely crushed raspberries for a naturally pink coating.
Store in the fridge or freezer and enjoy chilled.
💖 Pro Tip: Serve these love bites with a warm cup of herbal tea or put them into your kiddo’s lunchbox for a fun Valentine’s surprise!
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