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24 lines
964 B
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# Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Balls
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## Ingredients:
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- 1 cup (150g) roasted unsalted peanuts
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- 1 cup (230g) Medjool dates, pitted
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- 1/4 cup (64g) natural peanut butter
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- 2 tbsp (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
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- 1/4 tsp salt
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- 2 tbsp (30g) mini chocolate chips
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## Instructions:
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1. Add peanuts to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
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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.
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3. Add mini chocolate chips and pulse a few times to incorporate.
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4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
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5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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## Notes:
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- If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tsp of water or extra peanut butter.
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- If too wet, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed or cocoa powder.
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- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for 2-3 months.
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Yield: About 16 balls |