Ingredients:
·1 + 1/2 cups pitted Medjool dates
·1/3 cup sunflower seeds (or cashews)
·1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
·1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
·3 tablespoons tahini
Coating options:
·1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
·3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Directions:
Line a large plate with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
Place the dates, sunflower seeds, salt, and cardamom in a foodprocessor fitted with the blade attachment. Process until the datesand seeds are broken down and clump together, about 1 minute.Add the tahini and process until incorporated, about 20 seconds.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, measure 1 tablespoon of themixture. Roll between the palms of your hands to form a ball, thenplace on the plate. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Place the shredded coconut and/or sesame seeds in a shallow bowl.One by one, roll the energy balls in the topping until fully coated.Return to the plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate atleast 1 hour or up to overnight before serving.