Date and coconut balls

Babiche Martens

If you are anything like me, come 3.30pm you need something to munch on. These nutty balls are just the thing. They will boost your energy level enough to get you through the rest of the day and they make for a healthier alternative than a trek to the snack machine. Makes 10.

Ingredients

½ cup	Dates, soaked in warm water for 10 minutes (Main)
½ cup	Shredded coconut (Main)
½ cup	Rolled oats (Main)
½ cup	Almonds
½ cup	Sunflower seeds
¼ cup	Craisins, or apricots
1 Tbsp	Chia seeds, optional
1 Tbsp	Runny honey
1 Tbsp	Tahini
2 Tbsp	Toasted sesame seeds

Directions

1. Place drained dates, coconut, oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, craisins, chia seeds, honey and tahini in a food processor.
2. Pulse until well combined and starting to stick together. Roll into golf-sized balls.
3. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Cover and refrigerate until needed.