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All hail the potent red pigment of beetroot, with the power to turn any dish into a vibrant display of art! They do indeed lend these bliss balls a subtle earthy undertone, and you must believe us when we say, it works.

You will need

Serves 12

  • 1/2 cup almonds (swap for sunflower seeds if nut-free)
  • 1/4 cup cacao powder
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons beetroot powder
  • 1/4 cup hemp seeds
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup soft, packed dates, pitted (approx. 10–12)

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Directions

10 mins to prep

  1. Step 1

    Add almonds, cacao powder, chia seeds, beetroot powder and hemp seeds to a food processor and blitz for 1 minute or until very finely chopped.

  2. Step 2

    While the food processor is still running add in the vanilla and one date at a time, then continue to process for a further 30 seconds. Turn off the food processor.

  3. Step 3

    Roll into balls around 2 tablespoons each in size. You may wish to coat them in extra cacao powder, beet powder, coconut or any seed of choice.

  4. Step 4

    Store in an airtight container in the pantry for 2 days, in the fridge up to 5 days or you can freeze for up to 3 months.

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