Strawberry Snack Balls

Keep a stash of these in your fridge for a delicious and fresh snack.

Makes 12

Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 250g strawberries, hulled

  • 30g chia seeds 100g oats

  • 30g ground almonds

  • 4 medjool dates, stoned and chopped

  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

  • 40g coconut oil

  • 1/2 tsp finely grated orange zest

  • Pinch of salt

  • Maple syrup to taste

  • 15g desiccated coconut (optional)

Method

1. Place the strawberries in a food processor and blitz to roughly chop.

2.Add in the remaining ingredients (except the desiccated coconut) and blend to a thick paste.

3.Taste the mixture, adding in an extra date for sweetness if required or a little maple syrup.

4. Chill the mixture for 20 minutes to firm up, then shape into balls.

5.Roll in desiccated coconut if using.

6.Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze.

Credit: The Summer Berry Company

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