Prepare the base ingredients: In a food processor, combine 100g (3.5 oz) oats, 2 tablespoons nettle seeds, 50g (1.75 oz) nuts, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 2 tablespoons flaxseeds, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse until the mixture is finely ground.
Blend the dates: Add 150g (5.3 oz) pitted dates to the food processor. Pulse until the dates are well incorporated into the dry mixture and form a sticky dough.
Add flavour and binding agents: Add 2 tablespoons cacao powder, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 2 tablespoons maple syrup,3 tbsp oat milk or water and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Blend until all ingredients are well combined and it comes together into a ball, the mixture should be smooth and sticky.
Form the energy balls: Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls about the size of a walnut. You should get around 20 balls from this recipe.
Coat the ball: we like to coat these energy balls in desiccated coconut or freeze dried raspberries
Serve and store: Once firm, transfer the energy balls to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze them for up to 3 months.
Enjoy these nettle seed serotonin energy balls as a healthy snack to boost your energy and mood naturally!