Vanilla Almond Balls
These Vanilla Almond Balls are a perfect snack for those mid-day cravings. Although they're delicious, they contain no added sugar - only dates - so they're much healthier than most store-bought bars!
Servings 10 balls
Calories 92.5kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ cup pitted dates
- 4 Tablespoons almond butter
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats (gluten free if needed)
- 2 Tablespoons crushed slivered almonds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Soak dates in very hot water for about 10 mins - reserve some of the liquid.
- Put the dates into a food processor and process until chopped and semi smooth.
- Add the date mixture and the rest of the ingredients to a bowl and mix together.
- Roll into about 1-inch balls.
- Place in freezer to set for about 10 minutes then store in the fridge for 7 days.
Notes
*If it's too thick to process, add a tablespoon or 2 of the reserved date water at a time. You don't want it thin.
Nutrition
Calories: 92.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.7g | Protein: 2.4g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.5mg