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.
Reviewed by our expert panel 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 pitted cherries, fresh, canned or frozen
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)
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Calories 79cal
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Kilojoules 330kJ
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Protein 2g
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Total fat 5g
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–Saturated fat 2g
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Carbohydrates 10g
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–Sugars 7g
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Dietary fibre 2g
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Sodium 0mg
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Calcium 20mg
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Iron 0.5mg
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.
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