Sometimes I want a sweet treat to have with my cuppa, just a little morsel that isn't necessarily chocolate. When I came across the following recipe on a 600g packet of Trident dates, I thought I'd give them a go and they taste delicious.
Date and Almond Balls
Ingredients:
3 cups coarsely chopped dates
3 teaspoons finely grated orange rind
2/3 cup blanched almonds, toatsted (about 120g)
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 cup desiccated coconut
Method:
1. Place all ingredients, except coconut, in large bowl, mix to combine. Using a food processor, process mixture in batches until a paste forms (small almond pieces will still be visible). Lightly wet hands, roll mixture into balls about 1 tablespoon in size.
2. Roll balls in coconut. Store in an airtight container.
Makes about 30 balls.
I put the recipe into a recipe calculator and each ball has about 52 calories.
Anne xx
These look yummy Anne , and full of good things....perfect.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing.
Jacquie x
Sounds great and the calorie count is very good to know too. They might be a great addition to Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYummy! :-) xx
ReplyDeleteThanks, Anne. We are having a 'tastings' night at our Weight Watchers group in a couple of weeks. I need something to finish off the meal and these will fit right in!
ReplyDeleteLooks totally yummo Anne. I've found some great recipes on the back of packets!
ReplyDeleteOh yummy I will give these a go for sure, thanks for posting x
ReplyDeleteThanks Anne. I have made something similar but will definitely give this a try. I like quick and easy recipes.
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