Adaptogen Reishi Chocolate Bliss (Printer-Friendly Version)

Nutritious chocolate balls with reishi extract and wholesome superfoods for a delicious energy lift.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Fruits

01 - 7 Deglet Noor dates, pitted

→ Nuts

02 - 1 cup raw walnuts
03 - 1 cup raw cashews

→ Powders

04 - 3 tablespoons raw cacao powder
05 - 2 teaspoons reishi mushroom extract powder

→ Sweeteners

06 - 3 tablespoons honey (substitute maple syrup for vegan option)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Soak walnuts and cashews separately in water for at least 2 hours. Soak Deglet Noor dates for 30 minutes to soften.
02 - Drain the soaked nuts and dates thoroughly. Combine walnuts, cashews, dates, raw cacao powder, and reishi mushroom extract powder in a food processor. Blend until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Add honey or maple syrup to the mixture and pulse again until fully incorporated and mixture is cohesive.
04 - Using your hands, shape the mixture into 20 equal-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter each.
05 - Place the balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Soaking nuts improves digestibility and texture, while softening dates aids blending.
02 - These bliss balls provide a nutritious, stress-relieving snack due to reishi mushroom's adaptogenic properties.