Sunday, February 10, 2013

Xocolatl (SHOCK-o-lat) Energy Balls

From Scott Jurek's book Eat and Run

1/2 cup raw cacao nibs (I've used powdered cocoa, just add extra coconut oil.)
1/2 cup raw cashews  (almonds also work)
8 medium dates, pitted
1 tsp mesquite powder (I have never used this)
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp raw vanilla powder or extract
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or more, if you want a good kick)
1/8 tsp sea salt
1 1/2 tsp raw coconut oil (warmed to liquid consistency)

Combine all the ingredients, except the coconut oil, in a food processor and process for 3 to 5 minutes.  (My Ninja is my BEST FRIEND for this recipe!)  Chop until you have a fine consistency.  Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.  Add the coconut oil and stir until well combined.  Form into 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.  Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to an airtight container.  The balls will keep for two weeks, refrigerated.

(I always double this recipe.)

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