How to Make Date, Almond, and Sesame Balls
Although they look like elegant truffles, these sweet treats are packed with tons of healthy nutrients. Dates have been cultivated for more than 5,000 years. This recipe can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month.
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15 min prep time
36servings
1 ball
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Place the dates, butter, water, almonds, vanilla, cardamom, and cinnamon in a food processor. Pulse to form a smooth paste. Shape the dough into date-size balls.
- Spread the sesame seeds and flaxseed on a baking sheet. Roll the date balls in the seeds to coat. Arrange on a serving platter.
Nutrition facts
36 Servings
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Serving Size
1 ball
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Amount per serving
Calories
110
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
7g
9%-
Saturated Fat
1.4g
7% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
5mg
2% -
Sodium
10mg
<1% -
Total Carbohydrate
12g
4%-
Dietary Fiber
2g
7% -
Total Sugars
8g
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
3g
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Potassium
150mg
3%
Ingredients
pitted dates
1 lbs
butter (at room temperature)
1/4 cup
water
1/4 cup
blanched almonds
1/2 lbs
vanilla extract
1 tsp
ground cardamom
1 tsp
ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp
sesame seeds (toasted)
1 cup
ground flax seed
2 tbsp