BLISS AND ENERGY BALLS
Are you looking for a vegan alternative to replace sweets ? Do you need a healthy gluten-free snack to avoid cravings or before you do sports ? Do you know bliss or energy balls ? You will find the recipe below .
On this page:
- Bliss Balls Recipe
- Energy Balls Recipe
- Info About Dates : Nutrition , Benefits , Selection and Storage
Bliss Balls Recipe
Then try this homemade recipe with natural sugar and raw products :
Total time: 10 mins + 30 mins chilling time
Serves : 20 balls
Dietary preferences: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free
Ingredients :
- 12 medjool dates
- 10 dried apricots
- As topping I choose half a handful each of sesame seeds, chopped pumpkin seeds, coconut flakes, chia seeds and puffed amaranth.
Method :
- Blend the dates and apricots until well combined and mixture forms a thick paste-like consistency.
- Place the seeds in several bowls.
- Since this “dough” is super sticky use some coconut oil to coat your hands before rolling the balls (1 tbsp of mixture). Otherwise it will stick to your hands!
- Now you can coat the balls with coconut flakes or with seeds of your choice.
- Put the bliss balls in the fridge for 30 minutes and then enjoy ! Cooled and well- closed in a box they keep for at least 2 weeks.
Energy Balls Recipe
Then try this delicious vegan recipe without adding industrial sugar :
Total time: 10 mins + 30 mins chilling time
Serves : 20 balls
Dietary preferences: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free
Ingredients :
- 10 dates
- 4 dried figs
- 1 handful of walnuts
- 1 tsp of cinnamon
- 1 tsp of acai powder
- 1 tsp of hemp flour
- 1 tbsp of chia seeds
- 1 tbsp of flax seeds
- 2 handfuls of coconut flakes
Method :
- Blend alle ingredients until smooth .
- Then remove with a small spoon from the mass and shape with your hands into a ball.
- Roll the ball in a bowl with coconut flakes and get it in shape again with your hands.
- This recipe makes about 20 energy balls, which you can keep in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Have you ever tried energy balls ? I would be very happy about your feedback !
Info About Dates : Nutrition , Benefits , Selection and Storage
Dates are one of the sweetest fruits on the planet.You might be wondering if dates are a healthy snack because of their high sugar content.Dates are naturally delicious, but they also include essential minerals and fiber as a fruit.Dates should be consumed in moderation, although they are far from being a calorie-free food.
Dates Nutrition Facts :
One date (8g) provides 23 calories, 0.2g of protein, 6g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat. Dates are a good source of potassium, magnesium, and iron. The USDA provides the following nutrition information. :
- Calories: 23
- Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 0.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Potassium: 53mg
- Magnesium: 3.4mg
- Iron: 0.1mg
The following nutrition information is provided by FoodData Central. U.S. Department of Agriculture. Published October 30, 2020 .
Dates Benefits :
There are some facts to health benefits of Dates :
- Protects Against Cancer
- Supports Heart Health
- Promotes Strong Bones
- May Reduce Menopausal Symptoms
- Helps Stabilize Blood Sugars
Dates Selection :
Dates should appear plump, glossy, and moist. They may be slightly wrinkled but shouldn’t be broken, cracked, dry, hard, or shriveled. They have a sticky-sweet, almost candied texture and rich flavor.
Dates Storage :
For the longest shelf life, store soft and semi-soft varieties like Deglet Noor in the refrigerator, where they’ll keep for up to 18 months. Store at room temperature for up to a year. Dried packaged dates are pasteurized to inhibit mold growth. You can store them at room temperature in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for about 6 months. They will also keep in the refrigerator for up to a year.
