These fruit and nut balls make for a perfect [simple] sunny afternoon snack.
Ingredients
10 medjool dates, pitted
½ cup almonds
½ cup coconut
8 mint leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
zest of one lime
Instructions
In a food processor, chop almonds until they’re the size of the eraser end of a pencil. Remove from food processor bowl and set aside.
Place remaining ingredients in the food processor and combine until dates are fully mashed [you’ll know when it’s ready when the dates clump together in one large ball] Add almonds back in and pulse quickly, just until incorporated.
Grab a scoop at a time [about a tablespoon size or a bit bigger] and roll into balls. Place completed balls on a freezer safe plate. Repeat with remaining dough. Place balls in the freezer for 5-10 minutes, remove and enjoy!
I like to keep them in the freezer for quick access. I prefer them cold, but they’re just as tasty at room temperature and will hold their form well.
Recipe by Healthful Pursuit at https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/2011/06/corn-free-nachos-with-tasty-toppings-mojito-drops-dessert/