Fruit and Nut Power Balls

By Ocado
These Fruit and Nut Power Balls couldn’t be easier to make, or pack up, when you’re on-the-go or in need of a mid-afternoon energy boost. Packed with nuts and seeds then naturally sweetened with apple, honey and dates…
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Ingredients

9 total
  • 50g pistachios, chopped
  • 50g chopped hazelnuts
  • 25g toasted mixed seeds
  • 1 tbsp desiccated coconut
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 small apple (approx 120 g), grated
  • 2 Medjool dates, chopped (approx 24 g)
  • 1 tsp tahini
  • 1 tsp runny honey

Method

5 steps
  1. Step 1

    Heat the oven to 190°C/ 170°C fan/ gas 4 ½. Line a small baking tray with non-stick baking paper.

  2. Step 2

    Tip the nuts, seeds, coconut and cinnamon into a mixing bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Add the apple, dates, tahini and honey then mix until evenly combined - it will be slightly sticky.

  4. Step 4

    Tip the mixture into the tray and press to an even layer. Gently mark 12 squares with a spatula and bake for 15 mins.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from the oven and leave to cool until you are able to handle the mixture. Break into the 12 squares then roll each into a ball and leave to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.