Christmas Date and Nut Balls
Rich, chewy and spiced with festive season flavours, these Balls are perfect as a sweet, a homemade gift, or a healthier treat for the Christmas table.
How long will it take?
30 minutes
What’s the serving size?
Makes 24 balls
What do I need?
For the Balls
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup desiccated coconut
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of sea salt
- Zest of 1 orange
To coat
- ¼ cup finely crushed almonds, for rolling
- ¼ cup finely crushed cashews, for rolling
How do I make it?
- In a food processor, blend 1 cup almonds and 1 cup cashews until finely ground.
- Add dates, cranberries, coconut, maple syrup, vanilla, spices, salt, and orange zest.
- Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed between your fingers.
- Scoop out a tablespoon at a time and roll into balls with your hands.
- Roll each ball in the finely crushed nuts until evenly coated.
- Arrange on a tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
TOP TIPS
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
