Chocolate gingerbread bliss balls

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Looking for a festive recipe that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied? Look no further! These Chocolate Gingerbread Bliss Balls are the perfect treat to have as a snack or bring to your next holiday party. Not only are they delicious, they are packed with nutrient dense ingredients and come together in less than 10 minutes. 

Keep reading for the full recipe…

What you need to make this recipe

First, let’s review the ingredients you will need for this recipe. 

• Cashews: Cashews are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber and healthy fats - all of which will keep you satisfied and help balance blood sugars. They are also a good source of minerals like copper, zinc and magnesium.
• Medjool dates: Dates, commonly eaten as a part of a Mediterranean diet, will give you a boost of energy and are a great source of potassium. In this recipe they bind together our bliss balls and give them a delicious sweet, caramel-like flavor.
• Cacao powder: In addition to great flavor, cacao powder is high in minerals like manganese and magnesium, dietary fiber, and flavonoids that help fight oxidative stress.
• Gingerbread spices: Made up of cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and allspice - this spice blend brings the festive flavor.
• Vanilla extract: This ingredient adds to the overall taste of this recipe and even packs a punch of antioxidants. 

Other ways to make this recipe

Get creative and add your own flare to this recipe by using your favorite ingredients! Here are some ideas:

• Use different types of nuts like almonds, pecans and walnuts - or use a mix!
• Not a fan of chocolate? Omit the cacao powder and adjust the ratio of nuts to dates to get the right consistency
• If you find your mixture is too dry, add a little nut butter or a few teaspoons of water to help it along
• Make your own gingerbread spice by mixing 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ginger plus a pinch of cloves, nutmeg and allspice (~1/8 tsp each)

How to Make this Recipe 

(Yields 8-10 balls)

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 15 soft medjool dates, pitted
• 1 1/2 teaspoons raw cacao powder
• 1 teaspoon gingerbread spices
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Unsweetened coconut shreds (optional)

Instructions 

1. In a food processor, pulse cashews until they start to break down. 
2. Add the dates, cacao powder, gingerbread spices, vanilla extract and salt to the food processor. Pulse until a sticky dough forms.
3. Roll mixture into small balls and coat with coconut shreds.
4. Store in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy!

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