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Cashew, Oat & Vanilla Energy Balls
These delicious energy balls are a perfect healthy snack, combining dates, cashews, oats, and vanilla for a tasty treat.
Ingredients
Dried Fruits
- 200 g dates, pitted
- 120 g raw cashew nuts
- 3 tbsp oats
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cashew butter/peanut butter (heaped)
Decoration
- Desiccated coconut Desiccated coconut (for coating)
Instructions
- Process cashews and oats until fine crumbs form.
- Soak dates in hot water for 2 minutes, then drain.
- Add dates, nut butter, and vanilla to the processor; blend into dough.
- Form dough into balls, then coat with desiccated coconut.
- Place in an airtight container and chill in the fridge.
Notes
Store in the fridge for best freshness.