Lemon Coconut Energy Balls
Time| 10mins
servings| 23 balls
INGREDIENTS
- 150 grams (1 cup) raw cashew nuts
- 175 grams (1 cup) Medjool dates pitted (any other date will work too)
- 45 grams (3/4 cup) unsweetened shredded coconutdivided
- 40 grams (1/4 cup) chia seeds
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
INSTRUCTIONS
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Add the cashew nuts to a food processor and pulse a few times until chopped.
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Add the dates, 30 grams (1/2 cup) of shredded coconut, chia seeds and process until well combined. Add the lemon zest + juice and mix until all the the ingredients come together to form a dough.
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With slightly damp hands, roll half tablespoon of the mixture into balls, then roll each ball in the remaining shredded coconut.
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Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
NOTES
If dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 30 minutes to soften and then drain.
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