Bliss Balls

These black bean bliss balls are super quick and easy to make, giving you a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or post-workout snack. This bliss balls recipe also freezes well, making them a great last minute sweet treat for unexpected guests.

To make Bliss Balls, you will need:

Half a cup of dates

Half a cup of dried berries and cherries

Half a cup of ground almonds

2 Tbsp cocoa

2 Tbsp runny honey

400g can Watties black beans in spring water, drained

Zest from 1 small orange

Finely chopped toasted pistachios

Coconut

How to make Bliss Balls:

Put dates, berries and cherries, ground almonds, cocoa, honey, black beans and orange zest into your food processor. Process until the fruit is finely chopped. The mixture will come together into a ball.

Roll the mixture into small balls. Rolls balls in finely chopped toasted pistachios, cocoa or coconut. Store in a container in the fridge.

Tip:

To mix things up, try coating the bliss balls in chopped hazelnuts, cocoa or pumpkin seeds. Or for a more decadent version, try dipping in dark chocolate.

Makes: 30

Prep Time: 10 minutes