Chocolate date and walnut balls
These low calorie chocolate date and walnut balls are incredibly simple to make, the perfect edible gift to give at Christmas or as a thank-you gift to take to your dinner hosts, simply delicious!
Serves: 18 (makes 18 balls)
Time to make: 30 mins
Total cost: $13.32 / $0.74 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted dates
- 1 orange, zest
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 100g block dark chocolate*
- *NOTE: Ingredients with an asterisk (*) indicate that although this ingredient is usually gluten free, it's wise to check the label to be sure as product ingredients can vary and formulations can change.
Instructions
1 Chop dates roughly. Place in a bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add orange zest. Use a stick blender or food processor to blend to a finely chopped paste.
2 Set 2 tablespoons walnuts aside. Add the remaining walnuts to dates and knead well to combine.
3 Using cold wet hands, roll in 18 small balls. Set aside.
4 Break or chop chocolate in small pieces. Melt chocolate slowly in a microwave or double-boiler. Use a cocktail fork or skewer to dip each ball in chocolate. Turn to ensure even coverage. Lift from bowl, allow any excess to run off, then transfer to wax or greaseproof paper on top of a plate or board. Sprinkle tops with the remaining walnuts and refrigerate to cool.
HFG tip
These bite-sized treats keep well in a sealed container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition Info (per serve)
Kilojoules 580kJ
Calories 139cal
Protein 3g
Total fat 6g
–Saturated fat 1g
Carbohydrates 20g
–Sugars 17g
Dietary fibre 1g
Sodium 10mg
Calcium 30mg
Iron 1mg
Note: Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. For a guide to purchasing healthier packaged goods and general grocery items see here.
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