Date, Chia and Peanut Butter Balls

Super delicious and healthy!

Date, Chia and Peanut Butter Balls

Blend
Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
Course Dessert

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Dates Coarsely Chopped
  • 4 Tbsp Organic Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 Cup Gluten Free Oats
  • 2 Tbsp Chia Seeds
  • 2 Tbsp Cacao Powder

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients in the Blender
  • Make small 1 inch balls. Store in freezer to set up. Can keep in the refrigerator if you want to eat within the next week

Notes

Make this tasty recipe for an anti inflammatory snack. 
My husband always asks, ” how is this  gong to benefit my health”. I love being able to provide healthy foods for my family.
Dates, natures candy, are a reasonably source of  fiber,  a rich source of antioxidants, containing a reasonable source of potassium, magnesium, B6, manganese, and copper. They are high in carbohydrates, so you will want to  see how these effect your blood sugars.
Peanut Butter:Is a good protein source, low in carbohydrates, and high in heart healthy fats. It is also a rich source of antioxidants, magnesium, phosphorous, and potassium. Peanuts are a common allergy and should not  be given to anyone with a peanut allergy.
Gluten Free Oats: Are a  nutrient dense grain, a great source of fiber (beta glucan), some protein and some fat,  good source of Manganese, Phosphorous, Magnesium, Copper, Iron, Zinc, Folate, Thiamine, Pantothenic  acid , as the prime nutrients. considered the natural remedy for a bad mood. It comtians anandamide, that can single -handeldy  restores balance in he brain.
Cacao Powder: Is a source of flavanols which have been scientitifally proven and verfied by EFSA( European Food Safaet Authority) to help maintain the elastiacity of blood vesses, supporting helatjlthy blood flow. It is rich in MAgnesium, a cofactor for over 350 enzyme reactions in the Human body, many of which involve energy metabolism. The powder contains 33% fiber whihc stimulates the bodys diestie enzyems and helps wit the absorptipj of nutienrs , improving   digestive fucnitron, gut ehalth and bowle regukarity
Chia Seeds: Do not be fooled by these tiny seeds. They  are among the healthiest foods on the planet. They are loaded with nutrients that can have important  benefits for your body and brain. An ounce (about 2  tablespoons) serving of chia seeds provides 11 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein,(14% protein by weight), and loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids.(in the form or  ALA: alpha-linoleic acid). This form of Omega 3 fatty acid will increase the blood levles of  ALA, and  EPA: ecosapentinoic acid. The antioxidant content  of the seeds, protect the senesitive fats in the seeds from gong rancids. They also contoan a reasonalbe amuatn of Zinc, Niacin, Potassium, Thiamine, and Riboflavon.Chis seeds are high in nutriens that are important for bone health: Calcium, phosphrous, magnesium These are usally grone organically,a nd they are non-GMO ,a nd naturally free of Gluten. Of the 12 grams of carbohydrates, 11 grams of  fiber. This type of fiber is a prebiotic , important for feedng and  keeping your gut  flora healthy. the fiber, antioxidants, and the Omega- 3 fatty acids may reduce your risk of heart disease.