Cranberry Almond Hemp Heart Snack Balls

Packed with hemp hearts, nuts, and dried fruit, these snack balls are perfect for a quick snack or a pre-workout boost. They’re easy to make and can be stored in the fridge for a handy treat.

 Ingredients (for 12 balls)

• 1/2 cup Hemp & Co hemp hearts
• 1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped
• 1/4 cup dried fruit (cranberries chopped)
• 1/4 cup nuts (almonds finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Add 1/2 tsp orange zest
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a food processor, pulse hemp hearts, dates, dried fruit, nuts, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until a sticky dough forms.
2. Add orange zest during processing.
3. Scoop out 1 tbsp portions and roll into large marble-sized balls.
4. Place balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Notes

• Health: High in protein (~3g per ball), essential fats from hemp hearts and healthy fats from nuts, low added sugar (~2g per ball).
• Storage: Refrigerate to maintain shape and freshness.

Yield: 12 large marble-sized balls. Experiment with the size to find one that suits your needs.