Bliss Balls Four Ways

These bliss balls are proof that wholesome ingredients can create snacks that feel indulgent while still supporting your wellbeing. They are the perfect ‘prepare ahead of time’ wholefood snack for when you crave something sweet or after working out. These are so simple to make that I like to make a couple of different flavours for variety and get the kids involved!

Each recipe makes 10-12 balls which can be stored in air-tight containers for up to a week in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

Chocolate Almond Energy Bliss Balls

Nutrition Highlights

• Dates provide natural sugars, fibre, and potassium
• Almonds are rich in vitamin E and magnesium
• Cacao delivers antioxidants and iron
• Chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids and fibre

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 3/4 cup almonds
• 2 tbsp cacao powder
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• Pinch of iodised salt

Lemon Coconut Glow Bliss Balls

Nutrition Highlights

• Cashews provide magnesium, iron, and healthy fats
• Lemon adds vitamin C to support immunity

Ingredients

• 1 cup cashews
• 3/4 cup pitted dates
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp coconut oil

Apricot Almond Bliss Balls

Nutrition Highlights

• Dried apricots are a great source of iron and beta-carotene
• Almonds provide vitamin E and healthy fats

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried apricots
• 3/4 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Pinch of iodised salt

Chocolate Greens Energy Bliss Balls

Nutrition Highlights

• Greens powder adds chlorophyll and trace minerals
• Cacao provides magnesium and antioxidants
• Hemp seeds offer complete plant protein and omega-3s

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 3/4 cup cashews or almonds
• 2 tbsp cacao powder
• 2 tsp greens powder (spirulina, wheatgrass, or a blend)
• 1 tbsp smooth nut butter i.e. peanut, almond, brazil
• 1 tbsp hemp or chia seeds

Instructions

1. Blend ingredients in a food processor until a soft sticky dough forms. If the mixture seems too dry add a splash of water or plant milk. If the mixture seems too wet, blend in a tablespoon or two of rolled oats or extra coconut.
2. Roll into balls using approximately 1 tablespoon of mixture for each ball. If desired, coat balls in extra coconut, chia seeds or cacao powder before chilling in the fridge. Leave to chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
3. To make high protein bliss balls, add 2-3 tablespoons of a plant-based protein powder to any of the recipes above, adding an extra splash or two of water or plant milk as required to maintain the texture.