INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups raw almonds, soaked for 15 min

• 2 cups soft Medjool dates, pitted

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds + more for garnish

• 2 tablespoons raw honey

• 2 tablespoons lemon zest

• 1 tablespoon turmeric

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• 3-5 grinds of fresh black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Soak almonds in filtered water for 15 minutes, rinse and air or towel dry. 

2. Place almonds into a food processor and pulse into a crumbly texture. 

3. Add dry ingredients and process to combine. 

4. Add dates plus remaining wet ingredients and process until desired consistency is reached. 

5. Measure out 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball. Dust tops of energy balls with chia seeds. 

6. Refrigerate until firm or freeze for longer storage.