Bliss Balls
Carrot Cake Bliss Balls
A perfect on the go snack, these delightful bliss balls are a good source of magnesium, for energy production, and copper, important in forming red blood cells and maintaining healthy bones
Makes 12 bliss balls
Ingredients
1.5 cups walnut halves
10 pitted dates
1 large carrot, grated
1 tsp finely grated fresh ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
Pinch sea salt
½ cup LSA (linseed, sunflower seed and almond mix)
Zest of 1 lemon
¼ cup desiccated coconut
Directions
Place all ingredients, except coconut, into food processor until combined
Roll 1 tbsp mixture into balls, then roll in desiccated coconut to coat
Place balls in an airtight container. They will keep for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Nutritional Information, per bliss ball
Calories 192
kJ 804
Total Fat 13g
Saturated Fat 2g
Protein 4g
Carbohydrate 19g
Fibre 4g
Nut Free Cacao & Coconut Bliss Balls
Got a nut allergy in the family? These bliss balls are a great choice between meals and a good source of manganese, essential for metabolism
Makes 12 bliss balls
Ingredients
1 cup oats
2 tbsp cacao powder
12 pitted dates
1 cup desiccated coconut + ¼ cup for rolling
2 tbsp Maple Syrup
Directions
Place all ingredients, except extra 2 tbsp desiccated coconut, into a food processor until cobined
Roll 1 tbsp mixture into balls, then roll in desiccated coconut to coat
Place balls in airtight container. They will keep for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Nutritional Information, per bliss ball
Calories 185
kJ 774
Total Fat 6g
Saturated Fat 5g
Protein 3g
Carbohydrate 31g
Fibre 5g