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Lemon and Cashew Bliss Balls

Lemon and Cashew Bliss Balls
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Lemon and Cashew Bliss Balls are a zesty, creamy, and healthy snack combining the bright freshness of lemon with the buttery texture of cashews. These energizing no-bake power bites are naturally sweetened with Medjool dates, rolled in shredded coconut, and boosted with ground flaxseed for fiber. Perfectly portable, vegan, gluten-free, and free of refined sugars, they make a quick pick-me-up or guilt-free dessert alternative.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 6 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of pink Himalayan salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and measure them out. Pit the Medjool dates if they aren’t already pitted, and juice fresh lemons to get about half a cup of fresh lemon juice.
  2. Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine raw cashews, dates, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, and pink Himalayan salt. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together but still retains some texture for a chewy bite.
  3. Add Lemon Juice: Pour in the fresh lemon juice and pulse briefly to add moisture and tang, binding the mixture into a sticky, dough-like consistency suitable for rolling.
  4. Shape the Bliss Balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts and roll them tightly between your palms to form smooth, round balls. If the mixture is too sticky to handle, refrigerate it for about 10 minutes to firm up.
  5. Roll in Shredded Coconut: Pour shredded coconut into a shallow bowl and roll each ball evenly in the coconut to coat for texture and a tropical flavor boost.
  6. Chill Before Serving: Arrange the bliss balls on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up and let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Use soft Medjool dates to ensure the mixture blends smoothly without needing extra liquid.
  • Don’t over-process the mixture; leaving some texture creates a satisfying bite and prevents it from becoming paste-like.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste preference by starting with less and adding more gradually.
  • Keep your hands slightly moist when rolling to prevent sticking and to create perfectly smooth balls.
  • Store the bliss balls chilled in an airtight container to maintain freshness and firmness.

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Keywords: Lemon Bliss Balls, Cashew Snack, Healthy Snack, Vegan Dessert, Gluten-Free Snack, No-Bake Treat, Energy Bites

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