Oats & Date Balls

             Oats & Date Balls are very easy to make. They are healthy energy balls with the goodness of oats, dates and some fresh grated coconut. I also added some chopped pistachios, but you may add any other nuts if you like. It can be enjoyed as a quick breakfast on the go. It is also a perfect snack for weight watchers and ideal for youngsters.

        

                It is completely sugar free as it has only the natural sweetness of the dates. It can be made much in advance and stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for a couple of days. So check out a quick step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it.

• 1 cup oats
• 1/2 cup fresh grated coconut
• 2 tbsp. chopped pistachios
• pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup date puree or as required

          Dry roast the oats and set aside to cool. Then grind into a powder form. 

          In a bowl, first mix together all the ingredients (except date puree). Then add the puree, little at a time and knead into a dough. 

          Cover and keep aside for 15 minutes. Divide into equal portions and shape them into balls. 

          Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator and enjoy as a snack or for a quick breakfast on the go.

                                 First mix all the ingredients (except date puree).

                                 Then add puree, a little at a time & knead into a dough. 

                                  Cover & keep aside for 15 minutes.

                                  Divide into equal portions & shape them into balls. 

                 Store in air-tight container & enjoy as a snack or a quick breakfast on the go. 

Oats, Chia & Date Energy Bars

          These are easy to make and healthy energy bars with the goodness of oats, chia seeds and dates, the three main ingredients in this recipe. I also added a little bit of flax seeds and sesame seeds for some crunch. It is a no cook recipe and perfect as a quick breakfast on the go, for weight watchers and  ideal for youngsters. 

          It is soft, chewy and also yummy at the same time. They can be made and stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. It is sugar free too, as it has the natural sweetness of dates. So do give it a try and enjoy this delectable treat any time of the day.

• 1 cup oats
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 15-18 dates, soaked overnight & pitted
• 1 tbsp. flax seed
• 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp. coconut oil
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon powder
• pinch of salt

          Dry roast oats, chia seeds, flax seeds and sesame seeds separately and set aside to cool. Blend the oats and chia seeds into a fine powder. 

           Blend the dates along with some water into a fine paste. Mix with all the other ingredients. 

          Transfer to a plate lined with butter paper. Press it down evenly with your hands or a spatula. 

          Refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Cut into desired shapes and store in an air tight container or Ziploc bag in the refrigerator. 

Chia Date Bars

          These are easy to make and healthy energy bars with the goodness of chia seeds and dates, the two main ingredients in this recipe. It is a no cook recipe and perfect for weight watchers and  ideal for youngsters. 

          It is soft, chewy and also yummy at the same time. They can be made and stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. It is sugar free too, as it has the natural sweetness of dates. So do give it a try and enjoy this crunchy treat.

• 1/4 cup chia seeds 
• 7-8 dates, soaked overnight & pitted
• 1 tbsp. fresh grated coconut
• 2 tbsp. milk powder
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp. flax seed
• 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp. coconut oil
• 1 tsp. chopped pistachios 
• 1 tbsp. raisins

          Blend the dates coarsely in the food processor. Mix with all the other ingredients. 

         Transfer to a plate lined with cling film. Press it down evenly with your hands or a spatula. 

          Refrigerate for 3-4 hours. Cut into desired shapes and store in an air tight container in the refrigerator.