Date Energy Balls

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 7-8)
• 3/4 cup almonds, preferably raw
• 3/4 cup dried fruit (see note), chopped if necessary
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 2 Tbsp. chia seeds
• 2 Tbsp. ground flaxseeds
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. 1

   Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2. 2

   In a bowl of a food processor, combine the pitted dates and almonds. Pulse until coarse crumb like consistency.

3. 3

   Add the remaining ingredients and process until well combined. The mixture should be sticky and easily stick together between two fingers. If the mixture seems dry, add 1 Tablespoon of water at a time.

4. 4

   Roll a tablespoon of the mixture into approximately 1-inch ball. Transfer to prepared sheet pan and repeat until all of the mixture has been rolled.

5. 5

   Refrigerate for about an hour or until the balls are firm. Store refrigerated in a closed container. Makes 20-23 balls.