How to make Bliss Balls or Protein Balls Vegan & Gluten Free

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a healthier fat profile.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Seeds can be more affordable and nut-free.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened chocolate

Carob is a lower-calorie alternative.

dates

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are often cheaper and provide sweetness.

Soak dates in juice and zest from two oranges.

Blend soaked dates with dry cranberries, prunes, and dry apricots until smooth.

Add mixed seeds and nuts to the mixture and blend until finely chopped.

Mix in maple syrup or honey and optional protein powder until well combined.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.

Roll each ball in sesame seeds, coconut, or crushed white chocolate for coating.

Place bliss balls on a tray lined with baking paper.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

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