Pecan Pie Energy Bites - Easy, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Tastes Like Pie! - Food Wishes

These fast and easy to make vegan treats are gluten free, don’t contain any added sugar, and taste very, very close to actual pecan pie. So, what’s the catch? There isn’t one. Enjoy!
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Recipe is adapted from one by Mimi from the blog Daughter of Seitan. daughterofseit...
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[@crimsama2451]

As someone who lives in an area with a nutty amount of pecans, just toasting pecans like crazy gives you a really nice snack. Its so nutty and buttery on its own. Its a nut with a ton of potential.

[@judyd.3421]

Hi Chef John, I was supposed to be changing the oil in my lawn mower but this is WAY more fun! Thank you!

[@Kingfisher1215]

That’s a five minute job.

[@raeperonneau4941]

Exactly. ;)

[@BakersTuts]

_“Unless they’re vegan, then mention it like 15 times”_ That gave me a chuckle

[@jps0117]

And it's so true.

[@jamesplouffe9183]

How do you know someone is vegan? Don't worry, they'll tell you.

[@jps0117]

@@jamesplouffe9183 Oh, I know :)

[@chrisray1567]

The vegan roasting in this episode was on point.

[@ericmarentette]

People who eat meat literally wear shirts showing cuts of meat on whole animals. They also walk around with "BACON" shirts and can't stop talking about wings and burgers but please tell me more about how a tiny minority of people in this country bother you because of THEIR diets. 🙄

[@PurringMyrrh]

Best comment in the whole thing is regarding the best reason to make something being because it's tasty. I love beefy cheeseburgers, and I make the world's best vegan chocolate cake. If it makes my mouth, stomach, and loved ones happy - it's worth eating!

[@NealKlein]

So my lady is listening to this video, nursing a headache, and you start describing vegans and she starts laughing. I love you, Chef John.

[@hyakugame]

Chef John pls rub my wife's toes

[@jazzy_taste]

These balls are on fire! I used to make energy balls with dates and coconut flakes when I was going to school, so as to have a tasty and healthy snack. Now you've reminded me of these nice days, I should definitely try your recipe, as I'm a big fan of pecans! ❤️ Greetings from Bulgaria 🇧🇬

[@morganschiller2288]

These balls are on 🔥 🏀 🏀 🔥 !!!!! This made my day.

[@Falconlibrary]

If they're on fire, I think you may have added another ingredient not in the original recipe.

[@FinC1_]

A pinch of cayenne

[@cryptomnesiac]

Stoked on this recipe Chef, recently my health issues are requiring me to avoid gluten and dairy. More recipes like this would be greatly appreciated!

[@callarose9432]

I made these for my mom who is trying to limit her processed sugar intake and she can't stop talking about them! She loves how sweet and filling these are and so do I! Bonus points because my sister is vegan and I know she'll love these!

[@jonkirkwood469]

I gotta try this. I love the pecan part of a pecan pie. If your system isn't accustomed to dates, don't eat these and go for a long hike. About the same technique with dates, cocoa, vanilla, and walnuts makes a delicious snack that tastes very much like a brownie.

[@vintagebodymindsoulradley9151]

I’ll switch off and on between dates and raisins becuz of that. Lol

[@jackiependergrass9062]

Finally made some of these for my husband tonight. They are ABSLOUTLY awesome! Thank you chef John!

[@eilzed]

I come here sometimes just to hear your voice Chef John and my favorite part..🎼🎶🎵..and as always...enjoy. Sending big LOVE from Pueblo Colorado. 🙏💛🙏💚🙏🧡🙏

[@jcortese3300]

1) These look awesome. 2) I love how something that can be labelled a "sugar bomb" instantly become a health food if you call it an "energy bite." Branding FTW!

[@limiv5272]

Don't forget all the fat in the pecans, they're 72% fat!

[@hyakugame]

still a sugar bomb

[@jamessoltis5407]

I’ve been making/eating something very similar to this for years as snacks when kayaking, camping, etc. I used to make my concoction with whole dates, but now I use slabs of ‘baking dates’; it’s cheaper and easier without affecting the quality much. I flavor mine in a great variety of ways; nuts, coconut, chocolate, coffee, extracts, etc. I make them into bars for packing purposes. The bars travel well, taste great, and provide some quick energy.

[@kayleesoria8459]

So curious, do these and other similar snacks not require refrigeration? If not how long will they last on the counter?

[@jamessoltis5407]

@@kayleesoria8459 I initially put mine in the refrigerator to ‘set’ for a bit before individually wrapping them. As I stated previously I take these things on extended camping/kayaking trips. Naturally, I have no refrigeration on these trips. Dates fare pretty well without refrigeration, as do the other ingredients (nuts, coconut, etc.) I’ve traveled with them for weeks without any of them going bad.

[@kayleesoria8459]

@@jamessoltis5407 awesome thank you!

[@stevewilliams7852]

The toasted oats are a great addition. Roll them in coconut, poppy seed, or toasted sesame seed. Or even sea salt.

[@endlessoul]

Dates! Reminds me of Larabars. This recipe seems delicious indeed

[@AzaleaQueen]

These look tasty and come together for a small, yet sweet treat. And as always ... thanks Chef John!

[@GaryT1952]

I pay a fortune for a similar product at my local organic/ natural food store...Now I'll make my own! Thanks Chef John. BTW adding figs, raisins, shredded coconut or M&Ms would be the bomb

[@TheTinkerersWife]

"Because, I'm not sure..." 😂😂😂 IKR! Those sound delicious. Thanks for this option. I make another type of protein ball I started making for a friend who was carrying triplets. Pumpkin puree, pumpkin seeds, madjool dates etc. Delicious and making them for myself to snack on too.

[@SandiHooper]

Dang, Chef-you seriously undersold these! They are really good. I may never make pecan pie again.

[@dontlistentome7498]

i just made these and oh my god i love them. Thank you chef john. These will be my breakfast forever.

[@syntheticsol]

Amazing, John! This appealed to my inner culinary artist, fitness/nutrition advocate, and sheer proponent of time efficiency simeoultaneously! A+++

[@babyjco08]

Oh yay!! Thank you for making a vegan recipe. You are my favorite chef and love making your recipes.

[@williamaitken7533]

Just as a heads up: rolled oats are technically gluten free, however most oats are processed in facilities that also process wheat products. It is very common for rolled oats to have gluten products contaminating them (not a problem for most people, but a big problem for celiacs). As far as I am aware, Bob's Red Mill is one of the most common companies that certifies that their oatmeal is not processed in facilities in a way that would cause them to be contaminated with wheat, barley, or rye. But if you have celiacs disease, you probably already know that.

[@wildsheepc]

I live a couple of miles from Bob's and can offer up that their gluten-free product offering (even the cornmeal, which also isn't inherently GF) are made on a line with a different air filtration system, so they are SERIOUS about their GF products!

[@stefflcus]

But if you're not celiac but are baking or cooking for someone who needs to be strictly GF, it's good to know!

[@dasvenson765]

I was about to comment this too. Beat me to it!

[@thatdudebro]

recipes like this just make his good ones better.

[@RobA-YT]

I love this, thank you so much for the video. I would love to see more snack type healthy treats. Especially things to munch on on road trips.

[@schwarzl1]

You forgot the last step….melt the best chocolate you can afford and dip the balls in the chocolate. Chill and Serve!😁🥰

[@morganschiller2288]

I’m supposed to be scheduling an mri. Then Chef John popped on. My spinal cord can wait a few more minutes its not going anywhere.

[@davehugstrees]

Now you’re speaking my language! Looks good, I’m going to try this first thing tonight.

[@PurringMyrrh]

These would be perfect during a hike! Yum!

[@UnforsakenUmeko]

I'm always on the lookout for easy small snacks to munch on without resorting to candy and chips. Thanks to the great content as always! I still make your chennai chicken wings weekly as one of my go-tos! 😄

[@allfields]

I wonder if we can utilize this technology to produce apple pie bites

[@PurringMyrrh]

What about adding the freeze dried apples or rehydrated dried ones? Cinnamon...nutmeg...🤔🤔🤔

[@allfields]

@@PurringMyrrh Yes because Chef John said the dates mimic the taste of caramelized sugar so perhaps it would work with apples

[@swisski]

@@allfields Literally your imagination is the limit: think any dried fruit, nuts, seeds, flavours - maple walnut, bounty - cacao and coconut, ferrero rocher - hazelnut and cacao, dried apricot, sunflower seeds and orange zest and juice for sunshine balls, the sky is the limit. If your flavour is fruity, use tangy fruits such as dried apple, apricot or prune, if its caramelly try dates.

[@lucydeboxer2565]

I've made these twice since viewing the video! They're easy and really hit the spot.

[@kind1900]

made this today and turned out incredibly delicious.

[@DessertGeek]

They're so cute! Actually now I want to make pecan pie trail mix to match it? Though knowing me I'd add in chocolate chunks and cacao nibs, because chocolate pecan pie trail mix sounds like an awesome sundae topping!

[@melindapayne6078]

I love these. I also make them with peanuts/peanut butter/cocoa powder and cashew butter/walnut/cocoa powder/hemp, flax, chia seeds.

[@nfd7329]

Never expected to hear a Jordan Poole shoutout on Food Wishes 😂

[@Stile4aly]

I think you could take this up a level by using spiced pecans, maybe adding a splash of rum, or coating the balls in crushed pecans or even a little chocolate. I look forward to trying this soon!

[@asmaa_vlog_85]

I just randomly found his channel in my recommendation now i'm obsessed with his videos he's so freaking talented.♥️🍡💗💗💕🍨🍨🥰🥰💖🍧🍭💘🥳🎡🎂💞

[@RWAsur]

Yessss! Welcome!

[@Kajpaje]

Dedicated chef and cooking instructor. Very easy to follow, very funny too.

[@maryedwards543]

So good! And comforting!

[@limiv5272]

I've actually made several of his recipes and they came out really good, which is shockingly rare

[@mvpDigiArt1]

Love how you venture out to different food styles!

[@zekaryah1612]

Thanks Chef John. Y U M M Y We Love You From Western Pennsylvania!!!

[@kunfussed213]

I hate pecan pie, but it's Chef John, so I'm here 😁☺️

[@CynBH]

Hehe! Same. I love pecans, but pecan pie is cloyingly sweet.

[@thalinororcbreaker2840]

I'm allergic to pecans, but I'm here too.

[@kunfussed213]

@@thalinororcbreaker2840 😳. I'll just eat those for you then. 😁

[@kunfussed213]

@@CynBH Exactly.

[@thalinororcbreaker2840]

@@kunfussed213 I will trade any and all foods for bacon, just sayin.

[@it4eric]

My philosophy is the same, if it tastes good, vegan or not, should be good enough to try. I rather have more options than less, bravo Chef John!

[@kf9058]

I'm currently pregnant and needing to eat dates to prep for labor and this came at a great time. Going to make some tonight. :-) also, a blendtec or vitamix works great for this!

[@CurtisTarwater]

My goodness - I can't wait till the morning to try out this recipe. There is not 1 ingredient that I don't like being used. Thanks a bunch CJ!

[@sunnyday3327]

This is a great, healthy dessert! I eat dates as a snack every night, so this is the perfect dessert for me. I never eat refined white sugar because it’s so bad for the body. Date syrup is a healthier sugar substitute, it’s sold at Sprouts, Walmart, Trader Joe’s. I put it on my gluten-free waffles, muffins, cereal, etc. Pure maple syrup and coconut sugar are also great options. I would love to see more recipes with no refined sugar. 😊

[@tricityladytn]

I'm so glad to hear you singing the praises of dates. Probably the most under appreciated baking ingredient there is.

[@johnard5560]

“One of their finest works……to DATE!” How does he do it y’all? Awesome video!

[@enhydralutra]

It's about 12 grams of carbs per ball, which isn't too bad depending on what your carb goal is. One of these would be nearly 1/4 of my daily goal, but for most normal people, it'll probably be around 1/10 to 1/12.

[@studiov999]

I have been making this for 10 years. I cover them with coconut flakes so that it doesn't leave sticky fingers.

[@thevirtualtraveler]

I'm pretty sure my mom used to make these for Christmas each year when I was little.

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

Good recipe, good chuckle, good video!

[@ndlela]

They were easy and delicious, I thought it might be too sweet but it wasn't. I did half the recipe (so made 6) and roasted the oatmeal and pecans on the stove in a cast iron pan. Threw the cinnimoni in when I turned off the stove. The next time I make them I will soak the dates in a little hot water and use more oatmeal.

[@glennfyfe1357]

Will try, thanks.

[@MrSmileyFella2]

Luckily for me its Ramadhan so I have an excess of dates at home! Cant wait to make this

[@Jo-Ann_]

Thank you for making this video. Can you please make more vegan based meals, snacks and whatnot?

[@laurabaumgartner3085]

I have GOT to get myself a food processor!!

[@lisaboban]

A good one is a great asset to your kitchen. I bought mine at least 15 years ago and use it all the time...pizza dough, sofrito, applesauce, shredding carrots and zucchini...

[@poppywilliams8404]

That looks good! You just kicked me um...to the delish zone! Always ready to taste new dishes! Yummy, yum! Waving to you from south Georgia-land of best Peaches, boiled Peanuts, & Vidalia onions!

[@shuermarvin577]

I love pecans and dates. Perfect for me. Thank you so much.

[@vivarc2]

I know what I’m making next! Thanks Chef John!

[@gdmcbride14]

What I love about this channel is how education it is. Like today, I learned Vegans are Vampires.

[@suicune2001]

Yay, a vegan recipe!

[@CM_Burns]

You are the Manu Ginóbili of your Pecan Pie Energy.

[@iis.1989]

I can't wait for more vegan recipes, chef John. Thank you.

[@nixvanzyl6486]

🤣👌Super unique way of explaining! Original and entertaining 👏 Well done!

[@darwinwilliams2852]

As always, excellent. Thank you.

[@guugleisinvadingmyprivacy2431]

So I made these the other day and 2 comments: 1) Don't pack the dates in your cup or they will be too gooey 2) These things are WAY better after sitting in the fridge a couple days. I was kind of meh on them when they were fresh, but now that the flavor has developed a bit they're delicious.

[@deecee9548]

Oh lovely! Though why do I think a sprinkling of des.coconut would be nice on top?

[@spr35441]

Just made them today, 10/10 recommend

[@susanmccutcheon5492]

So easy and delicious! Naturally sweet and high fiber snack!

[@alyssapowell1799]

I don't usually like vegan food, but these are very good. I added some ground flax seed.

[@SS4Xani]

Like you always say, "Damp hands make smooth balls."

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

Definitely need to try. Looks Delicious!

[@mikeoxmaul837]

I just made them, can’t wait to try it!

[@Bia-mp6mi]

Not gonna lie, I was waiting for the cayenne

[@SuZiKaT22]

NGL, me too, and honestly a little shake in this recipe would probably be awesome. I've been known to put a tiny bit in my hot cocoa and that's amazing, too.

[@mokshalani8414]

Oh yum, I saw a recipe like this that used a mix of pecans & pistachios; I think I might roll this recipe as is in chopped salted pistachios

[@jordinner]

Great recipe! You are an inspiration for my own channel 👨🏻‍🍳🧡

[@Kingfisher1215]

With a title like that, I nearly broke my finger clicking on the video on my iPad. This will be made as soon as I buy dates. And pecans.

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Anyone else think that Michelle is the luckiest woman on the planet? 👏 👍 👏

[@jonnaosborne1832]

I would really like a version of these with apricots.

[@imsallyb]

Mmmm I’m going to wrap these pecan bites in puff pastry, in a muffin pan for easier to share 🤪🙏🏻

[@ChristianBlandford]

John I love you’re videos but pleeeease use grams!

[@GregCurtin45]

Thank you Chef John. I will definitely make this with a couple of major changes (lol) Switching out the oats for shortbread cookies and the maple syrup will be replaced with a Tbsp of Golden corn syrup.

[@thalinororcbreaker2840]

I mean...go big or go home. So yeah, that sounds so fricking good. It'll probably be even more pecan pie-ish.

[@cajintexas7751]

For a long time I have eaten dates with pecans, because it tastes like pecan pie. Now I can just make these, and eat them with a bite of chocolate: mmm, chocolate pecan pie!

[@lezleyd55]

I wish I could click like more than once.👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@Sebastopolmark]

Winner Winner Pecan Balls After Dinner! !! !!!

[@mikeoxmaul837]

I just made them they look really good!

[@jessmotley8167]

This looks really good chef

[@karlgrylls2406]

Seems to me like there are coming more recipes without meat. I like meat, don't get me wrong but meat in every video became a bit boring. So thank you Chef John for this recipe :)

[@LisaB_12204]

This looks amazing

[@craigplainfield3778]

I have a friend that used to work on a date plantation. He brought me some fresh picked dates. Oh my word they were unbelievable. I sure wish they sold them that way.

[@maydaygarden]

I have an entirely different motivation to visit Coachella.

[@melissasavage2906]

@@maydaygarden They’re actually grown in Thermal

[@cookingeasyfood6606]

First cm for your good channel. Tnx for sharing this video 💚

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Thanks is abbreviated tx.

[@cristinabock1310]

This is so me. I have a date stuffed w almond butter, roasted salted pecans and chocolate every single day.

[@mintysingularity]

Chef, you should try California Honey Dates. You can buy them in bulk at civic center farmer's market.

[@DB-ld8sk]

Wow, when CJ said “please use the real stuff”, I was so conditioned to say “parmigiano reggiano” :)

[@GeniusMrRemyd]

Its the Jordan Poole reference for me 🤤

[@lisaray9404]

Chef John: Eats two balls in 10 bites. Me: Eats five balls in five bites!! Doh!! 😲Dang!!! I have to make another batch of balls!!! 😄👍💖

[@Skauri]

I love having smooth balls! MOIST hands make Smooth balls... nice

[@simplefastandtasty742]

Thanks for the recipe👍👍👍👌✌️

[@FutureCommentary1]

Depending on who you ask... Oh I'll definitely ask the blogger on page 16 of Google and ignore all the fructose is fructose folks. I am making this this very weekend!

[@ionacjohnj.59]

Dear John! These balls are spot on! My Wife loves them. She is vegan, I’m beefeater. I always looking for new recipes to Her. Thanks for sharing this one to us.

[@grahamkilo6939]

JORDAN POOLE!! LET'S GO DUBS!

[@KomboEzaliTe]

I'm making this but I'm going to have to add bacon and batter/deep fry them.

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

Ahahahaha 🤣

[@maydaygarden]

Fair Food rocks!