150g (5 oz) dates
80g (2.8 oz) rolled oats
90g (3 oz) walnuts
1 tsp cinnamon
1 pinch salt (optional)
Zest of 1 orange
100g (3.5 oz) sugar-free chocolate
1 tbsp olive oil
Directions
Prepare the Dates:
Soak dates in water for 15 minutes, then remove pits.
Prepare the Oats:
Grind rolled oats into a fine consistency.
Chop the Nuts:
Chop walnuts, saving some for decoration.
Mix Ingredients:
Blend dates into a paste and combine with ground oats, walnuts, cinnamon, salt, and orange zest.
Form Balls:
Roll the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Prepare Chocolate Coating:
Melt chocolate with olive oil, dip balls into chocolate, and decorate with walnuts.
Refrigerate Again:
Chill for another 15 minutes and serve in paper molds.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled as a dessert or snack.
Cooking Tips:
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