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.
Reviewed by our expert panel 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)
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Calories 119cal
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Kilojoules 500kJ
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Protein 3g
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Total fat 5g
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–Saturated fat 1g
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Carbohydrates 15g
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–Sugars 14g
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Dietary fibre 2g
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Sodium 20mg
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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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