Period Power Bites

Period Power Bites – PMS Support in Every Bite

Are you looking for the perfect PMS craving treat that also supports PMS symptoms such as cramps, bloating, anxiety, and constipation? These Period Power Bites are for you. Nutrient-packed and delicious, these bites taste just like candy, making them the perfect indulgence during your cycle. They’re designed to support your body and ease PMS symptoms like bloating, anxiety, and fatigue. With the addition of a floral twist, they offer even more calming and soothing properties—ideal for the days when you need extra support.

 

Ingredients

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup walnuts
2 tsp dried culinary lavender
1/2 tsp fine grain sea salt
1 tbsp vanilla extract
16 Medjool dates, pitted
2 cups chopped organic dark chocolate, preferably 85% or higher
1 square cacao butter or coconut oil (I used coconut oil)
Optional: Add roses to the paste and top with lavender, butterfly pea flower, roses, and calendula

Method

Slit dates halfway through with a knife to remove the stone, being careful not to cut them in half.
Blend pumpkin seeds, walnuts, lavender, sea salt, and vanilla extract in a food processor until a nut butter consistency forms.
Stuff the pitted dates with the nut butter paste.
Place the stuffed dates in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
Melt the chocolate and coconut oil (or cacao butter) in a double boiler.
Coat the slightly frozen stuffed dates in the melted chocolate, then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with herbs (if using) and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Freeze for 1 hour, then transfer the bites to freezer-safe bags for storage.

 

Why is This Recipe Great?

Pumpkin seeds: High in zinc, which helps balance hormones and reduce cramps.
Walnuts: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation and improve mood.
Dates: Provide natural sweetness and fiber to support digestion.
Lavender & roses: Known for calming anxiety and promoting relaxation.
Dark chocolate: Rich in magnesium, supporting muscle relaxation and stress relief.
Butterfly pea flower & calendula: Both are rich in antioxidants, helping protect your skin, support your immune system, and promote overall wellness.
Important

 

Note

While these Period Power Bites are a delicious, candy-like treat, they are high in natural sugar from dates. For optimal benefits, limit your intake to 2 bites per day to avoid overconsumption of sugar.

 

Have you tried these Period Power Bites? Let me know how they turned out in the comments below. For more holistic recipes and wellness tips, be sure to check out my other recipes or shop my herbal products to support your wellness journey.

These bites freeze beautifully. I always make extra to keep in the freezer for my next period, so I don’t have to prepare them each month.
Herbs are optional, but they do provide excellent benefits. You can find culinary lavender at Bulk Barn or check out your local natural health food store for most of the herbs used in this recipe.