Balanced Bliss Balls
These balanced bliss balls are a great way to start your day or power through an afternoon slump. They're made with a combination of nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and honey or maple syrup, so they're packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Plus, they're gluten-free and vegan, so they're suitable for a variety of diets.
I first developed this recipe back in 2014, when I was looking for a healthy and portable snack to take with me on my daily commute. I wanted something that was easy to make, didn't require any baking, and would keep me feeling full and satisfied for hours. After a few rounds of experimentation, I came up with this recipe for balanced bliss balls. They're the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy, and they're so easy to make that even a novice cook can master them.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 10
Ingredients
- 1 cup nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup seeds (such as chia seeds, flax seeds, or pumpkin seeds)
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as raisins, cranberries, or cherries)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the nuts, seeds, and dried fruit until finely chopped.
- Add the honey or maple syrup, coconut oil, almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt and process until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Enjoy!
Why It Works
- The combination of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit provides a balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, which helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
- The honey or maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness, while the salt helps to balance out the flavors and enhance the natural sweetness of the dried fruit.
- Rolling the mixture into balls makes them easy to eat on the go, and refrigerating them helps to firm them up and make them less sticky.