DESSERT – CHOCOLATE DATE & NUT BLISS BALLS
PREP: 10 min
COOL: 5 min
TOTAL: 15 min
SERVES: 12
INGREDIENTS
· 1 cup fresh dates, pitted (medjool dates are best)
· 1 cup roasted almonds or walnuts or you could mix
· ½ cup desiccated coconut
· 1 tbsp cocoa powder, sifted
· 1 tsp vanilla essence
METHOD
1. Blend the dates, almonds, vanilla essence and cocoa in a food processor.
2. Scoop tablespoons of mixture and roll them in your hands until they form a ball.
3. Squeeze firmly. Roll in coconut so they are well coated. Enjoy!
NUTRITION INFORMATION
ENERGY: 155 kcal (649 kJ)
PROTEIN: 3.1 g
TOTAL CARBS: 14.8 g
SUGARS: 11.6 g
FIBRE: 2.5 g
TOTAL FAT: 7.9 g
SATURATED FAT: 2.7 g
SODIUM: 2.8 mg
CALCIUM: 30 mg
IRON: 0.8 mg
DELIGHTFUL “DID-YOU-KNOWS”
Nuts (Almonds & Walnuts) – Small Bites, Big Benefits
A naturally rich source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, and micronutrients including Vitamin E and magnesium.
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that aids skin and immune health.
Magnesium is a cofactor nutrient to many metabolic processes including muscle function, nerve signalling, and heart rhythm.
The healthy fats in nuts also enhance absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and promote satiety, keeping you fuller for longer.
Dates – The Plant Version of Candy
Naturally sweet, dried fruits that provide energy, fibre, and essential minerals, making them a nutrient-dense whole-food sweetener.
Rich source of potassium, supporting blood pressure and muscle function.
Best sugar substitute to refined sugar in baking.
The high fibre content lowers LDL cholesterol, regularises bowel motions, aids in weight management, stabilises blood sugar, and supports a healthy gut microbiome.
Desiccated Coconut – Flaky Fuel
Rich in healthy fats, especially medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which provides quick, sustained energy whilst keeping you fuller for longer.
High in dietary fibre which supports digestion and promotes gut regularity.
Contains trace amounts of iron, magnesium, and potassium which support oxygen transport, muscle function, and overall metabolic health.
Cocoa Powder – Dark, Rich, & Loaded
Rich in flavonoid antioxidants, which reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, and polyphenols which are correlated with improved cognitive function.
Contains magnesium, supporting muscle, nerve, and bone function.
Provides iron for oxygen transport and energy production.
Supplies dietary fibre, aiding digestion and gut health.