Chocolate Bliss Balls
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Dr Libby is an incredible motivational speaker who has made sophisticated naturopathic concepts understandable for the average person, in the process empowering people to be proactive about their health.
This recipe has been round for yonks, and is such a go to if you are looking to minimise sugar in your life. They’re full of whole foods and fat and protein, so you feel satiated and nourished. But they definitely hit the spot when you can’t ignore the sugar cravings.
Chocolate Bliss Balls
Makes approx 20 balls
Ingredients:
2 cups walnuts, halves and pieces
1 cup sunflower seeds
1 cup coconut, shredded
2/3 cup cocoa powder
8 fresh dates, pitted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons water
Pinch of salt
1 to 3 drops peppermint oil (optional)
Directions:
Combine the walnuts, sunflower seeds, dates and coconut in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse for 30 to grind the ingredients.
Add the cocoa powder, salt, water and the peppermint oil to the bowl and process until the mixture forms a paste.
Form the paste into medium sized balls by rolling a portion of the paste between your palms. Place the finished balls on a tray lined with waxed paper and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.