1cuppitted Medjool dates, packeduse soft dates; soak and drain if dry
0.75cupunsweetened finely shredded coconut
0.75cupfreeze-dried raspberries, lightly crushed
1tbspchia seeds
0.13tspfine sea salt
2tbspcoconut oil, melted
1.5tbsppure maple syrup
1tspvanilla extract
0.5tspfinely grated lemon zest
0.5cupunsweetened shredded coconutfor rolling
2tbspcrushed freeze-dried raspberriesfor dusting
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Pulse cashews and oats in a food processor until a coarse meal forms.
Add the pitted dates and process until the pieces are finely chopped and starting to clump.
Add shredded coconut, crushed freeze-dried raspberries, chia seeds, and salt. Pulse to combine.
Drizzle in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and lemon zest. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
Scoop about a tablespoon at a time and roll into smooth balls with your hands.
Roll each ball in shredded coconut mixed with a little crushed raspberry. Chill 20 minutes to set.
Notes
Variation: Swap cashews for almonds, or add a spoonful of vanilla protein powder for extra protein. Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 week, or freeze up to 2 months.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Raspberry Bliss Balls Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.