Recipe: Raw Cacao Energy Balls
This delicious snack is refined sugar-free, raw and vegan.
Ingredients:
1 cup Medjool dates
1/2 cup almond butter (smooth)
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds/sunflower seeds
1/2 cup of cashews
2 tbsp chia seeds
2 tbsp cacao
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup shredded coconut
Prep Steps:
1) Remove pits from dates and soak in 1/2 cup of water. Set aside.
2) Place cashews, pumpkin seeds in blender & blend for 2-4 seconds. You want chunks. Remove and place in a mixing bowl.
3) Place dates and water in blender. Blend until smooth as possible.
4) Mix wet ingredients with dry ingredients. Combine thoroughly and place in freezer for 20 minutes.
5) Roll into balls & store in glass containers. Makes 18-24 balls depending on size
Great source of protein, healthy fats, magnesium and fibre. Enjoy!
Author
Julie Brar
Regenerative Health Practitioner and award-winning Holistic Nutritionist
