Black Bean Bliss Balls

Name: Black Bean Bliss Balls
Prep time: 15 minutesPT
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dates; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup ground almonds; 2 Tbsp cocoa; 2 Tbsp runny honey; 400g can Wattie’s Black Beans in Springwater , drained; Zest from 1 small orange; Toppings:; Finely chopped toasted pistachios; Cocoa; Coconut

This is a modern trick to make truly healthy bliss balls. The secret ingredient - Wattie’s Black Beans! They add great flavour and texture. Roll the bliss balls in either cocoa, coconut or toasted pistachios for a tasty treat!

Preparation Time:: 15 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 cup dates

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup ground almonds

2 Tbsp cocoa

2 Tbsp runny honey

400g can Wattie’s Black Beans in Springwater, drained

Zest from 1 small orange

Toppings:

Finely chopped toasted pistachios

Cocoa

Coconut

Method

Put the dates, cranberries, ground almonds, cocoa, honey, Wattie’s Black Beans and orange zest into a food processor. Process until the fruit is finely chopped. The mixture will come together into a ball.

Roll the mixture into small balls.* Roll balls in finely chopped toasted pistachios, cocoa or coconut. Store in a container in the fridge.

Tip!

This recipe gets the Healthy Pick for Baking and Desserts.
*Make ahead and freeze balls on a tray in a single layer. Pack into an airtight container or resealable bags. Thaw and roll in coconut or cocoa before serving.

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Black Bean Bliss Balls