I recommend soaking the nuts before assembling. When you soak the nuts, it helps make them easier to digest.

To soak nuts, place them in spring or filtered water for 6-8 hours. Strain off the water and dry the nuts on a towel. If you don’t use the nuts right away, dry them out in the oven at 170 F or in a dehydrator. Store in an air tight glass jar for up to a week.

RECIPE

Time to assemble: 30-40 minutes

Yields: 2-3 dozen balls, depending on size rolled

INGREDIENTS

• 10 Dates, pitted (medjools work well)
• 1/2 cup nuts (pre-soaked)
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1 TBSP water (or more)
• 1 TBSP Cocoa powder
• 1 TSP Mom’s Chai mix

Preparing mix

Reserve 1/4 cup of shredded coconut for preparing the balls. Add remaining ingredients into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and all ingredients stick together. Add additional water if needed.

Preparing balls

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Remove mixture and place into bowl. With a spoon, take about a tablespoon amount of mixture and roll into a ball. Roll ball into remaining shredded coconut and set on the cookie sheet. Chill the balls in the refridgerator for 1-2 hours. Enjoy as a snack late morning or afternoon.

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