Spirulina Energy Balls (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan)
 
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These energy balls are a good vegan source of protein - hemp hearts, almonds, and spirulina
Recipe type: gluten & dairy free dessert or snack
Serves: 16-18 balls
Ingredients
  • ½ cup almonds, chopped well
  • ⅓ cup dates, pitted and chopped
  • ⅔ cup gluten-free ‘crispy rice’ cereal
  • ⅓ cup almond butter
  • ⅓ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp hemp hearts
  • 1 Tbsp spirulina powder
optional ingredients:
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds for garnish
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions
  1. Chop almonds well and set aside ¼ cup for garnish.
  2. Place remaining chopped almonds and other ingredients into a food processor or blender. (I used our Vitamix)
  3. Process until mixture turns sticky and will form into a ball. You’ll need to pulse and scrape down the sides a few times.
  4. Scoop mixture out by the Tbsp, roll into a ball and them roll through reserved chopped almonds, if using.
  5. Continue until remaining mixture is gone.
  6. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
  7. Store in fridge for up to 10 days or in the freezer for longer.
Recipe by Naturopathic By Nature at http://naturopathicbynature.com/spirulina-energy-balls-gluten-free-dairy-free-vegan/