Peanut and cocoa balls
These little peanut and cocoa balls are so moreish. They're easy enough for the kids to make. The ultimate, healthier sweet treat.
Serves: 10 (makes 10 balls)
Time to make: 20 mins , plus 2 hours chilling
Total cost: $4.60 / $0.46 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon no-added-salt-or-sugar peanut butter
- ½ cup dates, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ½ cup dried sultanas
- ⅓ cup dried prunes, finely chopped
- ½ cup unsalted peanuts, finely chopped
Instructions
1 In a large bowl combine all the ingredients and mix well. Use a food processor to form a tighter mixture if you prefer.
2 Use wet hands to mould 10 balls. Squeeze mixture tightly so it sticks together.
3 Place in refrigerator to chill for 2 hours or overnight.
Variations
Make it gluten free: Check cocoa is gluten free.
HFG tip
These balls will keep for up to 10 days chilled in a sealed container.
Nutrition Info (per serve)
Kilojoules 500kJ
Calories 119cal
Protein 3g
Total fat 5g
–Saturated fat 1g
Carbohydrates 15g
–Sugars 14g
Dietary fibre 2g
Sodium 20mg
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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