Cacao and Sattu Balls to Fuel You With Energy
Seasonal transitions can take a toll on your energy and immunity, often leaving you feeling sluggish and out of sync. Shifts in weather can disrupt your circadian rhythm, impact sleep quality, and deplete energy reserves, making it vital to nourish your body with the right nutrients.
Enter our Cacao and Sattu Energy Balls—a perfect blend of nature’s superfoods designed to energize and fortify your body. Sattu, rich in plant-based protein, supports muscle recovery and provides sustained energy, while cacao delivers magnesium to relax your nervous system and boost mood. The natural sweetness of dates offers quick energy, and the added crunch of nuts supplies essential fatty acids and minerals for overall vitality.
This no-fuss recipe is your go-to snack to tackle mid-day slumps and keep you feeling vibrant throughout the day. Ready to feel the difference?
Serving: 12 mini balls
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup raw almonds soaked and dried
- 1/2 cup raw walnuts soaked and dried
- 1 cup sattu
- 2 tbsp raw cacao powder
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt
- 3/4 cup dates chopped
- 1-2 tbsp water
Method:
- Pulse the almonds, walnuts, sattu, cacao, and salt in a food processor until the nuts break down and combine with the other ingredients.
- Add the dates and a tablespoon of water and run the food processor until the mixture becomes thick and sticky.
- You should be able to squeeze a bit of the mixture between your fingers. If it’s too loose and crumbly, add another tablespoon of water and process until everything comes together.
- Scoop pieces of the mixture and roll it into balls between your palms, slightly smaller than the size of a golf ball.
- Line them up on the baking sheet and place them in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour, overnight if possible.
- Sprinkle some fresh/dry coconut over the balls. (optional)
- Store the raw cacao and sattu energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
YCL Tip
When adding sattu to your cacao balls, make sure to lightly roast it before mixing it in. Roasting enhances its natural nutty flavor and makes the sattu even easier to digest, giving your energy balls a richer taste and an extra boost of nutrients. Plus, it’ll help bind the ingredients together better for a perfect consistency!
Notes
- Raw cacao is a storehouse of antioxidants that have a positive effect on heart and brain health and inflammation.
- Cacao and dates, both contain great levels of magnesium, which is an essential mineral during times of stress and helps you to feel more relaxed.
- These balls serve as great snacks or desserts. It’s a great snack to carry during travel or hikes.
- Raw cacao is not to be confused with cocoa. Cacao is made by cold-pressing raw cacao beans ensuring that no nutrients are lost by heat treatment.
Nutritional Information per 60 gms Average Serving:
Calories: 200 kcal
Carbohydrates: 67.8g
Fat: 8.75g
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item or beauty product into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.
