Ingredients
Energy Balls Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 10 pitted Medjool dates
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients ensuring the cashews are raw and the dates are pitted for easy blending.
- Blend Cashews: In a food processor, pulse the raw cashews until they are finely ground but not turned into butter, creating a coarse nut flour texture.
- Add Dates and Flavors: Add the pitted Medjool dates, cacao powder, ground flaxseeds, peppermint extract, and a pinch of sea salt to the food processor. Blend all ingredients together until the mixture forms a sticky, slightly coarse dough that holds together when pressed.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Chill: Place the energy balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
- Store: Keep the energy balls stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the cashews before blending, but allow them to cool completely.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a splash of water or more dates to help it bind.
- To enhance the mint flavor, add fresh finely chopped mint leaves or additional peppermint extract cautiously.
- These energy balls can be rolled in extra cacao powder, shredded coconut, or crushed nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
