Orange and Cardamom Energy Balls for Diet

Energy balls are a blend of healthy ingredients eaten raw. They are generally high in carbohydrates, healthy fats, & protein. Try these date, orange, and cardamom energy balls with simple steps from healthysimplyrecipes. Enjoy the taste of a light dessert perfect for your ideal diet.

Orange & Cardamom Energy Balls

Energy balls are a blend of healthy ingredients eaten raw. 

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Prep Time 45 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Mediterranean

Servings 3

Ingredients

  

• For the Energy Balls:
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 1/2 cup unsalted cashews
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• A pinch of sea salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
• For the Coating:
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 3 tablespoons shredded coconut
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar

Instructions

 

• In a food processor, combine the dates, cashews, shredded coconut, sea salt, cardamom, and orange zest. Process until the ingredients are well mixed and form a sticky dough.
• In a separate small bowl, mix the orange zest, shredded coconut, and coconut sugar for the coating until combined.
• Shape the dough into small, equal-sized balls. Roll each ball in the orange-coconut coating until fully covered.
• Place the energy balls on a serving plate and serve immediately.

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