Lemon Turmeric Balls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 12 Medjool dates, pitted and soaked in hot water
02 - 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
03 - ½ cup almonds
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 4 tablespoons lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
09 - Pinch of black pepper
10 - ½ cup shredded coconut (for dusting)

# Instructions:

01 - Remove the pits from the dates and soak them in hot water for several minutes. Once softened, drain and place them in a food processor. Reserve the soaking water.
02 - Add the other ingredients (except the shredded coconut) to the food processor and blend until a dough-like consistency forms. If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of the reserved date-soaking water.
03 - Scoop the mixture using a small spoon and roll it into balls. Roll each ball in the shredded coconut and place them on a baking sheet.
04 - Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

# Notes:

01 - Use a standard US cup (240ml) for measurements. Turmeric energy balls keep fresh in the refrigerator for 2 weeks and can be frozen for up to 3 months.