Beetroot Date Balls with Chocolate Drizzle
Looking for a delicious and healthy snack to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than these Beetroot Date Balls with Chocolate Drizzle! Made with wholesome ingredients like dates, seeds, coconut, and beetroot, these bite-sized treats are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. The sweetness of the dates and the earthy flavour of the beets are perfectly balanced, and the chocolate drizzle on top adds a decadent touch. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and perfect for a snack or dessert any time of day.
DIETARY: V, VEG, DF, GF, EF, NF
ALLERGENS: /
AGE GROUP: 12 months+
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner
SERVES: 25
PREP: 25 mins (+ 1 hour freezing)
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Ingredients
Batch Cook
Multiply the recipe to prep extras for the week.| 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted and chopped | |
| 1/2 cup beetroot, peeled and finely grated | |
| 1 3/4 cups seed meal | |
| 1 cup desiccated coconut | |
| 100g 70% dark chocolate, melted |
Equipment
| High-speed food processor |
Directions
1.
Place dates and beetroot into a high-speed food processor and process until smooth.
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2.
Add rest of the ingredients and process until well combined.
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3.
Roll into small balls and place in the freezer. Leave to set for 1 hour.
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4.
Drizzle each bliss ball with dark chocolate and place in the fridge to set for approx. 10 mins.
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Notes
STORING LEFTOVERS: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 14 days or freeze for up to 4 months.
Prep tips: To reduce prep time, press mixture into a baking dish and place in the freezer for 30 mins. Remove from the freezer, drizzle with chocolate and cut into little squares.
Easy ingredient swaps: Swap beetroot for carrot.
Additional boosters: Add 1-2 tbsp of hemp seeds, chia seeds or flaxseeds to the mix before processing. Sweeten further with 1-2 tbsp of coconut sugar.
Baby-friendly version: Leave out the chocolate coating.
For fussy eaters: Make sure the bliss balls have a very smooth consistency.
