Raw Chocolate Chia Seed Energy Balls

Raw Chocolate Chia Seed Energy Balls

Ingredients

• 1½ cups pitted dates (can use Medjool dates for extra chewy), chopped finely
• ½ cup raw Cacao powder (“Navitas Naturals”)
• 3 tablespoons coconut nectar (“Coconut Secret”)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil (“Spectrum”)
• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
• ½ cup chia seeds (whole or ground)*
• 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract (“Frontier”)
• Pinch of sea salt

Procedure

1. Place dates in a food processor until they form a paste.
2. Add cocoa powder, coconut nectar, coconut oil, shredded coconut, chia seeds, vanilla extract and sea salt.
3. Pulse until all ingredients are combined.
4. Using a tablespoon to measure, roll the dough into balls. They can be eaten immediately or placed in the fridge or freezer for a chewier texture.
5. Store in refrigerator.

* Use whole chia seeds for a crunchier texture * For additional nutritional benefit add 1 Tablespoon of Maca powder (“Navitas Naturals”)

Yield: 20 Pieces Print