A Meatless Monday Recipe even a non-vegetarian will love!
Healthy Chocolate Fruit and Nut Balls Recipe
36 Servings
Serving size – 1 ball
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups dried figs
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup apricots
2 tbsp orange juice
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup pitted prunes, chopped
1/2 cup nectarine
Directions:
1. Remove the pits from the prunes and stems from the figs, if necessary. Using the metal blade of a food processor, process the dried fruits and figs until ground and almost paste-like.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cocoa, orange juice and honey with the fruit mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
3. Shape the mixture into 1 1/4″ balls. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer for longer storage.