Cacao Date Energy Balls

Ingredients

• 10 medjool dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 3 tbsp cacao powder
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

1. 1

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2. 2

   Pit dates and add dates to a bowl and let soak for 5 minutes in hot water.

3. 3

   Drain dates and add to blender or food processor along with remaining ingredients, minus the coconut.

4. 4

   Pulse until well mixed and a dough forms. Once a ball of dough forms, remove in spoonfuls and roll into balls. Place the coconut into a bowl and roll the balls into the coconut flakes for evenly coat balls.

5. 5

   Store the balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. ENJOY