Send the kids to school with these healthier bliss balls packed with dates, carrots, oats and dried apricot.
Kids are just like us – they love that something sweet with their lunch! These balls are not very sweet – just a little less tart than dried apricots. You could add a couple of extra dates or a drizzle of maple syrup (taste the mixture before rolling) to make them sweeter, but leaving them as they are is a good way to wean yourself off sugary snacks. So, here’s the recipe. They are very easy to prepare and kids can help out!
INGREDIENTS
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200g dried apricots, coarsely chopped
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2 tablespoons white chia seeds
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125ml (1/2 cup) fresh orange juice
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10 medjool dates, pitted
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75g (3/4 cup) rolled oats
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70g (1/2 cup) grated carrot
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2 tablespoons moist coconut flakes, plus 20g (1/3 cup), extra
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Pinch of ground cinnamon
METHOD
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Combine the apricot, chia and orange juice in a shallow dish.
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Set aside, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes to soak.
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Transfer apricot mixture to a food processor. Add the dates, oats, carrot, coconut and cinnamon. Process until finely chopped and evenly combined.
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Place extra coconut on a plate. Roll level tablespoonfuls of the mixture into balls and roll in coconut.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Alternatively, freeze for up to 1 month.
