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Chocolate Almond Energy Gems

PREP TIME TOTAL TIME
15 Min 15 Min SERVES

Anna Olson
Bake With Anna Olson

High bre, no re ned sugar, gluten-free.

Makes about 2 1/2 dozen.

DIRECTIONS FOR: CHOCOLATE ALMOND ENERGY GEMS

INGREDIENTS

1 cup whole almonds, lightly toasted (see Cook's Note)

1 cup pitted dates

1 cup raisins

½ cup pitted prunes

½ cup rolled oats (certi ed, gluten-free)
4 oz unsweetened dark chocolate, chopped
½ tsp ground cinnamon
Sesame seeds, cocoa powder or shredded coconut, for coating the gems

DIRECTIONS

1. Pulse the almonds dates, raisins, prunes and oats in a food processor until evenly blended, scraping the bowl if needed. Add the
chocolate and cinnamon and pulse until the chocolate works itself in and the mixture comes together (the chocolate may melt a
bit as you blend, but that is expected – it helps to bond the mixture together).

2. Use a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon to scoop truf e-sized portions of the mixture and shape into balls between your
hands. To coat the energy gems, dip your hands in a little water and roll each gem again (the water helps the coating to adhere)
and roll it in the coating of your choice.
3. The gems can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or can be chilled or frozen for a
cooling treat.

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TIPS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

Cook's Note:
To toast almonds, preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking tray or pie plate and toast
for about 15 minutes, until they brown a little. Cool before using or storing in an airtight container.

See more: Chocolate, Fruit, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Nuts

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