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small cranberry bliss snack balls on a white plate on a white table

Cranberry Bliss Balls

Kristina Todini, RDN
Cranberry Bliss Balls, a simple plant-based snack ball recipe with dried cranberries, cashews, dates, and chia seeds. Great as a snack, quick breakfast, or sweet treat!
5 stars (2 ratings)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast + Brunch
Cuisine Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings 10 balls
Calories 122 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 food processor or high-powered blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried cranberries unsweetened*
  • 1 cup raw cashews unsalted
  • 2 pieces medjool dates pits removed
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions
 

  • Chop cranberries: Chop cranberries into small pieces and add to the bowl with the blended ingredients.
    1 cup dried cranberries
  • Blend ingredients: Blend cashews in food processor or blender until completely chopped. Then add chopped cranberries, dates, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and a pinch of salt and pulse with the chopped cashews until completely mixed. Remove mixture to a mixing bowl or plate.
    1 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup raw cashews, 2 pieces medjool dates, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 pinch salt
  • Roll into balls: Using your hand, roll about 1 tablespoon into small balls.
  • To store and serve: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or on the countertop until ready to eat.

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Notes

  • Sweetener tip*: If using sweetened dried cranberries you can omit the maple syrup.
  • Prep ahead: Make this recipe up to five days ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week.
  • Leftovers and storage: Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze in a freezer-friendly container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours before eating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.002gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cranberry bliss balls, snack balls
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