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)
Recipe: Panacea's Pantry
Directions
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Recipe: Panacea's Pantry
