Macadamia Lemon Snack Balls

Macadamia Lemon Snack Balls

Serves: 18 balls
Prep Time: 10 mins prep + 1hr refrigeration
Cook Time: N/A

Ingredients:
1 cup raw macadamia nuts (150 g)
1 cup desiccated/fine coconut (75 g), plus 2 - 3 Tbsp extra for rolling
Zest from 1 lemon
1/4 cup lemon juice (60 ml)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoon maple syrup or rice syrup (40 ml)
2 tablespoon coconut oil, melted (40 ml)
1/4 tsp sea salt

Method:
In a food processor, blitz macadamias to a rough puree. Add lemon zest and 1 cup coconut, and pulse to combine.
Add lemon juice, vanilla, syrup, coconut oil and salt to macadamia mixture. Pulse until well mixed, refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to roll.
Use a tablespoon measure to scoop balls, roll to smooth then toss in extra coconut. Store in refrigerator or freezer.
Tip: You can omit the coconut oil, or replace it with 2 tablespoons almond meal, for a softer ball.

Recipe by Nuts For Life
www.nutsforlife.com.au

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