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Prep time
10 minutes
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Cook time
30 minutes
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makes
12
Author Notes
This is a wonderful treat the whole family will enjoy. These energy balls take about 10 minutes to make and 10 minutes to roll. Make sure your nut butter is at room temperature to make it easier work.
Uncooked oats are more alkalizing than cooked oats, which can become toxic. Orange peel has a wonderful flavor and also helps to reduce fat. This is great for Kapha (earthy body constitutions) when they need a sweet fix as honey is the best option for their dosha - Ayurvedic body constitutions. Want to know what your body constitution is and how it can help you manage your moods and weight? Come over and take our quiz - https://ayurvedaanytime.com/. —Amrita Ma Devi
Ingredients
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1 cup
oats
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1/4 cup
hazelnut butter
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1/4 cup
cocoa butter, melted
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1/2 cup
apricots soaked
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1 teaspoon
cinnamon
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1 teaspoon
chia seeds
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1
orange zest
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2 tablespoons
honey
Directions
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Lightly toast the oats in a cast iron pan for two minutes. As you toast them, toss them around as this will help them become more digestible.
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Melt the cocoa butter in a small saucepan on gentle heat until it becomes liquid.
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In a bowl place the rest of the ingredients, and mix them with a fork until it becomes a dough.
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Use a spoonful of the dough and with your hands shape it into a ball. Put them in the fridge for 20 minutes to chill if you prefer. Enjoy them with your favorite cardamom chai tea or synergy latte.
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