Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the pitted dates, almond flour, rolled oats, lemon juice, lemon zest, almond extract, and poppy seeds into a food processor.1/2 cup pitted dates, 1/2 cup almond flour, 1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1 teaspoon almond extract, 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- Pulse and blend the mixture until the dates are very finely chopped and the ingredients begin to form a cohesive, smooth-ish dough.
- Check the consistency of the dough; if it feels too dry or crumbly to hold its shape, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend again until the mixture is moist enough to roll.2 tablespoons water
- Use a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or a regular spoon to portion out the dough.
- Roll the portions between your palms to create smooth, round balls.
- Place the finished bites on a tray or directly into a storage container.
Notes
If your dates feel hard or dry, soak them in hot water for about 10 to 15 minutes, then drain them thoroughly before adding them to the food processor. Additionally, if the dough is sticking to your hands while rolling, lightly dampen your palms with water or a tiny bit of coconut oil to create a smooth finish.
