Energy Gems
Introduction
About this Recipe
Dairy-free, low fat, vegetarian. These little morsels are sweet and tasty and give you a healthy little energy boost just when you need it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnut pieces, lightly toasted
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup dried figs
- ½ cup pitted prunes
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ⅔ cup sesame seeds, lightly toasted
NOTES
The gems will keep unrefrigerated for up to a week, or refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.
The gems will keep unrefrigerated for up to a week, or refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Pulse all of the ingredients except for the sesame seeds in a food processor until evenly combined. Chill the mixture for 90 minutes.
Step 2
Use a small ice cream scoop to spoon tablespoonfuls of the mixture and shape each into a ball. Roll each gem into the sesame seeds to coat completely and then store in an airtight container.
