Whether you’re new to real food cooking or a veteran of scratch cooking you’ll love the simplicity and flavor of these clusters of flavor!
CHOCOLATE ALMOND BALLS
This was one of the first recipes I tried when learning to cook with real food. It continues to be a family favorite and offers lots of options for variation.
Author: Andrea Fabry
INGREDIENTS
- 2 c. soaked and dehydrated raw almonds
- ¾ c. raw cacao powder
- 8 pitted dates *
- 1 tbsp. coconut oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- 3 tbsp. filtered water (you may need more)
- 1 c. raw, unsweetened shredded coconut
INSTRUCTIONS
- Grind almonds in food processor.
- Add all but shredded coconut.
- Blend well.
- Add enough water to make the mixture moist.
- Form in balls and roll in shredded coconut.
- Store in refrigerator until hardened.
- These can remain at room temperature for several hours, but are best stored in the fridge.
*I ferment dates before I incorporate them into a recipe. This is optional but reduces the sugar level of the fruit.
How to ferment dates:
Simply pack the pitted dates into a mason jar and cover with a mixture of 1/4 c. water kefir and filtered water, or 1/4 c. whey and filtered water. Add enough water to cover the dates. Place a cap on the jar and leave at room temperature for 2 days.
Strain the dates and dehydrate at a temperature of 110 degrees for several hours. The dates will be sticky enough to use in recipes, but with less sugar.
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