This sweet healthy option will help you in curbing any cravings for processed sugary snacks. This recipe is refined sugar free, yet still has sweetness. Packed with fibre, healthy omega 3 essential fatty acids and the superfood Cacao, a perfect source for Tryptophan the pre-cursor for your happy hormone, serotonin!

INGREDIENTS

½ cup raw almonds

½ cup raw walnuts

1 cup oats

2 TBS raw cacao powder

¾ cup dates, chopped

¼ to ½ tsp himalayan salt

1 to 2 TBS water

METHOD

Put the almonds, walnuts, oats, cacao, and salt inTO A food processor. Pulse until the nuts break down and combine with the other ingredients.

It should be fine with texture, not like peanut butter. Add the dates and a tablespoon of water and run the food processor until the mixture becomes thick and sticky. You should be able to squeeze a bit of the mixture between your fingers. If it’s too loose and crumbly, add another tablespoon of water and process until everything comes together.

Line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. Scoop pieces of the mixture and roll it into balls. Line them up on the baking sheet and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour, overnight if possible. Store the raw cacao energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer