We all know the struggle. You’re cruising through your day, feeling good, on top of things. Then that familiar rumble hits your stomach – snack time! But what to choose? Reach for a sugary treat that’ll leave you crashing later? Absolutely not! Try these delicious little bites that will crush your cravings and keep you energised: Date and Oat Bliss Balls!

Often referred to as nature’s candy, dates will give you a long-lasting energy boost without the crash of refined sugar and are a fantastic source of fibre, which can help you feel fuller for longer. Oats are another superstar ingredient, considered a champion of whole grains, and they too will provide sustained energy, keep you feeling fuller for longer and are a good source of essential vitamins and minerals. Add in a touch of peanut butter as a great source of protein and healthy fats, cacao powder boasting powerful antioxidants and mood-boosting properties and desiccated coconut which boosts the healthy fat and fibre content and you’ve got a pretty power packed snack.

These Date and Oat Bliss Balls were shared by one of our incredible community members and were too good not to share! They come together in just minutes and are packed with ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds and nourish your body, so it’s time to ditch the junk food aisle and level up your snacking.

BONUS: Make them in bulk and freeze them so you have a stack of wholesome treats throughout the week.

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Date And Oat Bliss Balls

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Course

Snacks

Cuisine

Bliss balls

Servings

balls

Ingredients

• 1 cup dates
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 3/4 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 tbsp cacao powder
• 1 tbsp natural peanut butter

Course Snacks Cuisine Bliss balls Servings balls Ingredients 1 cup dates 2 cups rolled oats 3/4 cup desiccated coconut 1 tbsp cacao powder 1 tbsp natural peanut butter

Votes: 1322 Rating: 3.66 You: Rate this recipe!

Instructions

1. Place dates in a pot of water and bring to the boil.
2. Drain the dates and put the liquid into a container and set aside.
3. Place drained dates, coconut, peanut butter, oats and cacao in a food processor.
4. Add roughly 1/4 of the date liquid to the mix and process (you may need a little more liquid than this, add it slowly until the mix holds its shape. If you accidentally add too much liquid add a little more of the other dry ingredients to balance)
5. Roll mixture into 12 balls and store in the fridge or freezer.
6. Roll in extra coconut if desired
7. Make extra and freeze them!!
8. This recipe makes 12 balls

Recipe Notes

179 cals per ball

These protein balls with dates are full of goodness and natural sugars – guaranteed to pep you up when you reach that mid afternoon slump.

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