Cherry ripe bliss balls

Our low-calorie, vegan cherry ripe bliss balls recipe is the ultimate healthy sweet treat. Chocolatey goodness that's easy and quick to make in just 15 minutes.

Serves: 20 (plus chilling)

Time to make: 15 mins

Ingredients

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²/³ cup raw almonds
¼ cup shredded coconut, plus ¼ cup extra, to roll
2 tablespoons pure cocoa powder, sifted
200g Medjool dates
4-5 pitted cherries, fresh, canned or frozen

Instructions

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1 In a food processor, blitz almonds, coconut and cocoa, until finely chopped. With the motor running, gradually add dates until finely chopped and well combined. Add cherries, one at a time, processing until mixture comes together in a ball.

2 Roll the mixture into 20 balls (about 1 tablespoon per ball). Place extra coconut on a large plate. Roll balls in coconut to lightly coat. Place in an airtight container in the fridge to chill.

Variations

Make it gluten free: Check cocoa powder is gluten free.

HFG tip

They are also delicious straight from the freezer.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 79 cal

Kilojoules 330 kJ

Protein 2 g

Total fat 5 g

Saturated fat 2 g

Carbohydrates 10 g

Sugar 7 g

Dietary fibre 2 g

Sodium 0 mg

Calcium 20 mg

Iron 0.5 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.