Nut Free Chocolate Raspberry Bliss Balls
These dense, fudgy and nut-free bliss balls are great for tucking into kids lunchboxes, and are an easy way to increase protein in the diets of picky eaters.
They are best kept in the fridge, but can be served at room temperature, although they will be quite soft.
They are best kept in the fridge, but can be served at room temperature, although they will be quite soft.
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Ingredients
- 12 Medjool dates pitted, about 200g
- 150 g sunflower seeds 1 cup
- 1/2 cup freeze dried raspberries
- cup 1/4 chocolate protein powder* 25g
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 60 g coconut butter 1/4 cup
- Hemp seeds for coating optional
Instructions
- Cover the dates with boiling water and set aside.
- Place the sunflower seeds in a food processor or blender, and blitz to a fine meal.
- Drain the water from the dates.
- Add the remaining ingredients (including the dates) to the food processor.
- Process briefly, until the dates are pureed and the mixture starts to come together.
- Take 2 Tablespoons of mixture and press together to form a firm ball.
- Coat the ball in hemp seeds (if desired) and place on a tray.
- Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Refrigerate until firm.
Notes
*These will be vegan if you use a vegan protein powder.