I don’t eat fish (except whiting), weird, I know. So I have to get my omega 3’s from somewhere. Thank goodness for Golden Flax Flakes, little golden flakes of deliciousness packed with omega 3’s. Sometimes in the morning or afternoon (like most people) I feel like a bite sized bit of sweetness, and this is where bliss balls tend to make their grand entrance (I conjure them up on demand). These golden flax and coconut bliss balls have just enough sweetness to keep cravings satisfied and my omega 3’s topped up. Using a good quality virgin coconut oil can make a difference. I used Planet Food unrefined virgin coconut oil which is solid at room temperature. This was the first time I’d used this particular brand, so I had to taste it first of course (as you do) and it is exceptional. I was tempted to just eat it out of the jar by the teaspoon as is – but I quickly told myself off and stuck to an additional half a teaspoon. Some tastings need to be done twice, just to double check the first impression was spot on…..you know what I mean, and it was.
- Virgin Coconut Oil x 2 tablespoons
- Shredded Coconut x 3 tablespoons (preservative free)
- Golden Flax Flakes x 4 tablespoons
- Almond Meal x 2.5 tablespoons
- Fresh Dates x 6
- Brown Sugar ( 2 teaspoons - or you can replace with extra dates)
- Extra shredded coconut to roll balls in
- Pit (remove pip) and finely chop the dates
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined (use a spoon to flatten and combine or fingers)
- Form into 7-8 balls
- Roll in shredded coconut and serve or store in an airtight container
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