Here is a recipe for Raw Cacao Bliss Balls – lots of nutritious goodies in them including raw cocoa (full of antioxidants), coconut oil (with wonderful lauric acid) and chia seeds (for Omega 3 & 6). Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 C of almonds
• 1-1/4 C of sunflower seeds
• 1/4 C of Sesame Seeds
• 1/2 C of shredded coconut
• 1/2 C dates chopped
• 1/2 teas cinnamon
• Pinch of Himalayan Salt
• 1/4 C of raw cacao powder
• 1/4 C coconut oil
• 1/4 C honey
• 1/4 C of chia seeds (optional)
• 1/2 C of cranberries or sour cherries

PROCEDURE:

1. Grind almonds, seeds and coconut in a food processor to a course flour consistency
   Add dates and blend mixture (add cranberries if you prefer them blended other wise add later)
2. Transfer the ground nuts to a mixing bowl, add salt, cinnamon and cacao powder and mix well
3. Add oil and honey and knead mixture well
4. Add chia seeds
5. Shape into balls
6. Roll balls in cacao powder or desiccated coconut
7. Refrigerate until ready to eat