Oatmeal and Date Balls Recipe

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Directions:

    • Prepare the Dates:
      • Soak dates in water for 15 minutes, then remove pits.
    • Prepare the Oats:
        • Grind rolled oats into a fine consistency.

       

    • Chop the Nuts:
      • Chop walnuts, saving some for decoration.
    • Mix Ingredients:
      • Blend dates into a paste and combine with ground oats, walnuts, cinnamon, salt, and orange zest.
    • Form Balls:
        • Roll the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

       

    • Prepare Chocolate Coating:
      • Melt chocolate with olive oil, dip balls into chocolate, and decorate with walnuts.
  • Refrigerate Again:
    • Chill for another 15 minutes and serve in paper molds.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve chilled as a dessert or snack.

Cooking Tips:

    • Use a food processor for easier blending of ingredients.
  • Experiment with additional flavorings like vanilla or nutmeg.

Nutritional Benefits:

    • Dates: Provide natural sweetness, rich in fiber and antioxidants.
  • Oats: A source of complex carbohydrates and fiber.
  • Walnuts: High in healthy fats, protein, and antioxidants.

Dietary Information:

  • Vegan: Free from animal products.
  • No Added Sugar: Naturally sweetened with dates.

Nutritional Facts (per ball, based on 12 servings):

    • Calories: 120
    • Protein: 2g
    • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Fiber: 2g

Storage:

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

    • Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes and perfect for a quick dessert or snack.
  • Healthy Ingredients: Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants.
  • Naturally Sweet: No added sugar, sweetened only with dates.
  • Vegan-Friendly: Ideal for those following a plant-based diet.