These Cashew Lemon Energy Balls are the perfect healthy treat to have ready when you need that extra lil’ pick me up throughout the day! Recipe contributed by Jen @z.e.n.e.r.g.y
Cashew Lemon Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashews soaked 30–45 minutes in hot water
- 1 cup shredded or desiccated coconut unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries added after processing
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a food processor along with the shredded coconut, coconut oil, maple syrup, and lemon zest.
- Blend until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together when pressed. If it’s too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches the right consistency.
- Stir in the dried cranberries
- Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in the extra shredded coconut to coat.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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