pecan pie energy balls
vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free | makes about 24 balls
pecan pie energy balls
ingredients:
1 cup raw cashews
1 cup raw pecans
2 cups hot coffee
10-12 medjool dates (pitted)
2 tsp maple syrup
1 dash vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
24 pecan halves
directions:
roughly chop up your dates and let soak in hot coffee water for 1 hour. this makes the flavor AMAZING. don’t skip this step! drain and pat dry.
in a blender or food processor, blend the cashews and pecans first so there are no big chunks (they are more evenly blended when done in a dry blender first). remember, raw nuts only!
combine everything – along with your nuts, add the coffee soaked dates, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. blend until it all sticks together.
scoop into 24 portions, roll into balls, and press 1 pecan half into the top of each one. cute.
pop them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes – enjoy!
*store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week*
optional additions:
add in 3 tbsp of hemp seeds for added fiber and omega3s.
honestly any seed you’d like, but know it will affect the texture.