Apricot & Macadamia Bliss Balls
Are you looking for a healthy and delicious treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than these 4-ingredient apricot coconut balls! Made with only a few simple ingredients, these balls are not only tasty but also a nutritious snack or healthier dessert option.An easy nourishing recipe with a soft, moist texture and perfect as pre-workout energy balls or a children’s snack. These healthy sweet treats are packed with plant-based nutrients to keep you energized all day long.Breakfast bites, energy balls, protein bites, snack balls, bliss balls whatever you call them they are everywhere! Have you jumped on the energy bite/protein ball craze? The ones made with real foods like dates/nuts/seeds/oats/other healthy goodness? I have been making these healthy bite-sized treats for years and never get tired of them. If you have been looking for an easy, nutritious homemade protein/energy bite then this is the ultimate one! Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book. Little spheres of snacking. Little orbs of awesome. They are one of the easiest things to make, and are a perfect little nutrient-dense bite for a satisfying and beneficial snack! After all, who doesn’t love a good protein/energy ball or bar? They are among the most tasty, filling, and convenient healthy snack ideas you can enjoy. If you are looking to make homemade energy balls, though, then you have probably got an inkling that DIY’ing it has certain advantages.The main draw with going the homemade route is the infinite customizability. When you make your own healthy treats, you never have to compromise on getting exactly what you are looking for. You can also save money by making your own healthy homemade snacks and they can taste way better than anything you can buy at the store.I love having my freezer stocked with energy balls like these ones for pre-workout snacks or whenever I just want a ‘lil somethin’.
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried apricots
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 cup macadamia nuts
- 2/3 cup condensed milk – store bought or homemade sugar free recipe below in notes
Coating
- 1 cup shredded coconut or powdered sweetener, stevia or monk fruit
Instructions
- If you are going to be making your own sugar free condensed coconut milk, make it first so it is ready when you go to make these bliss balls.Put the apricots and macadamia nuts into a food processor and process until broken down and crumbly. Add coconut and condensed milk and pulse a few times until combined.Be careful not to over process as its nice to have texture variance and different sized “bits” in your bliss balls.Scoop scant 1 tablespoon (I used a small cookie scoop) and roll the mixture into a ball. Makes 12-15 balls depending on your preferred size. Roll in shredded coconut or powdered sweetener, stevia or monk fruit. These balls will keep in the fridge for one week and the freezer for up to three months.
Notes
There are some recipes that are just better with condensed milk (think fudge and ice cream!)
This is a super simple recipe that creates a delicious sugar free condensed milk, perfect for eating straight out the jar or in your favourite recipes!
Go here for the recipe: Sugar Free Homemade Condensed Coconut Milk
If you are looking for more delicious, healthy, no bake desserts and treats to help you reach your health, wellness and fitness goals, you will love my collection here: Blended Bites
