ADDICTING RAW SWEET BITES!
RAW | PALEO | VEGAN | ORGANIC
These cute little deceiving chocolate looking treats are very very good! Deceiving as in you will want to eat a lot of them but the best part is they are guilt free. They are good for you in many ways such as protein, energy, dairy free, etc etc etc.... Caden absolutely loves them, which makes for a me being a much happier mom knowing his sweet tooth actually has some nutritional value. That is so much better than watching your child scream because he wants candy, popsicles and chocolate.
These are also PERFECT for entertaining for the holidays and even as party favors or small teachers gifts, just putting a few in a cellophane bag with cute ribbon and voila! See these CUTE AND INEXPENSIVE BAGS
Cute bags
RECIPE:
1 cup raw almonds
14 medjool dates, pitted
1/4 cup raw cacao nibs
1/4 cup of unsweetened cacao chips
2 tbsp. coconut oil
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons of Agave
1/8 cup flax seed
Set aside another 1 cup of shredded coconut for when you roll the balls into it for the final step
1. Almonds
Probably the most nutrient-dense in the nut family, they are a rich source of fiber and protein, omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper, selenium, and niacin, and of course, vitamin E, an important antioxidant that helps to neutralize free radicals.
2. Dates
Another great source of fiber and protein, dates are also rich in mood and energy boosting B-vitamins, iron, heart-healthy potassium, and thanks to their naturally occurring sugars, provide a great energy boost. Dates also contain antioxidants known as tannins, which have anti-infective and anti-inflammatory properties.
3. Cacao nibs
The mother ship of chocolate, cacao is probably one of the most nutrient and antioxidant-dense foods on the planet. Cacao contains neurotransmitters that are associated with a healthy mood: serotonin, dopamine, and phenylethylamine. Is it any wonder chocolate makes us happy? In addition, cacao has been linked to improved cardiovascular health, containing polyphenols – the same beneficial antioxidants found in red wine. The key to remember here is cacao {the raw completely natural and unprocessed form of chocolate} is the superhero – not the processed bar that you’re buying at the store.
4. Coconut oil
A rich source of healthy fats that has been linked to enhanced metabolism, immune system, and blood sugar stabilization, among other things. I’ve spoken at length about my love affair with coconut oil before.
5. Unsweetened shredded coconut
At the risk of sounding like a broken record, see #4 above. After all, coconut oil is a by product of coconut meat {which is what the shreds are}.
6. Flax seeds
Another favorite of mine, flax seeds are great source of fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants.
Set aside the 1 cup of shredded coconut on a plate.
Place all ingredients into food processor and blend for 1-2 minutes, until mixture becomes similar to very fine {sticky} pebbles.
About a teaspoon at a time, roll into 1-inch balls.
Lastly, roll the balls in the shredded coconut to lightly cover entire ball.
