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Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (150g) roasted unsalted peanuts
• 1 cup (230g) Medjool dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup (64g) natural peanut butter
• 2 tbsp (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp (30g) mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Add peanuts to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
2. Add dates, peanut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Process for 45-60 seconds until the mixture becomes crumbly and starts to clump together.
3. Add mini chocolate chips and pulse a few times to incorporate.
4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes:

• If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tsp of water or extra peanut butter.
• If too wet, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed or cocoa powder.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for 2-3 months.

Yield: About 16 balls