No-bake festive bites packed with nuts, dried fruit, warming spices, and coconut. Quick, easy, and satisfying.
# Ingredient list:
→ Nuts & Seeds
01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1/2 cup walnuts
03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
→ Dried Fruits
04 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
05 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
06 - 1/4 cup dried apricots
→ Spices & Flavorings
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
12 - Pinch of salt
→ Binding & Optional
13 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
14 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus additional for rolling
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Place almonds and walnuts in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely ground.
02 - Add pitted Medjool dates, dried cranberries, and dried apricots. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped and sticky.
03 - Add chia seeds, ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, maple syrup, and shredded coconut. Process until the mixture forms clumps and holds shape when pressed.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll each into a ball using your hands.
05 - Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut for a decorative finish, if desired.
06 - Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes until firm. Transfer to an airtight container and store for up to one week.
