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
Total cost: $10.00 / $1.50 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 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 fresh, canned or frozen pitted cherries
Instructions
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)
Kilojoules 330kJ
Calories 79cal
Protein 2g
Total fat 5g
–Saturated fat 2g
Carbohydrates 10g
–Sugars 7g
Dietary fibre 2g
Sodium 0mg
Calcium 20mg
Iron 0.5mg
Note: Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. For a guide to purchasing healthier packaged goods and general grocery items see here.
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