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    Food as Memory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I created this recipe to honor that trip.  I love how food can connect me to a time and place in a way that pictures often can’t. The ingredients remind me of the rich history in Mayan culture: chia seeds, dates, almonds, cacao. The simple directions echo the simplicity of nourishing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Let go of the extra, complicated thoughts. 
    Breathe in joy, exhale waste.
    Look for gratitude.  
    Savor life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Responsibly Sourced Cacao<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The cacao and cinnamon <\/a>from this recipe actually come from a spice company called\u00a0Maya Mountain<\/a>.\u00a0 Maya Mountain procures the finest spices, oils, cacao, and other flavors from Belize farmers.\u00a0 They are committed to paying their farmers above fair trade wages.\u00a0 Plus, 10% of all profits go back to organizations working within the Belize community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    A cacao ceremony is a Mayan tradition that involves drinking a hot cacao beverage and sharing energy with your community. The cacao in this recipe is responsbily sourced from Maya Mountain Spice Company<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Chef Katie’s Plant-Based Cooking Tips:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Raw Concerns:  <\/strong>Almond are technically not raw. In the US, they are pasteurized for food safety reasons.  You can substitute with raw macadamia nuts or Brazil nuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Play with Spices:\u00a0<\/strong> Cinnamon <\/a>is an easy go-to spice, but experiment with other sweet spices.\u00a0 Cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and even a Pumpkin Pie spice mix would all taste great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Whole Food Ingredients: <\/strong>I’m on a mission<\/a> to use only whole food, plant-based ingredients. You won’t find any refined flours, sugars, syrups, or oils in my recipes. Only whole food, natural goodness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Puree the ingredients for a mixture that is wet enough to hold, but dry enough not to stick together<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>
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      Stream in enough water for the energy ball mixture to hold, about 1\/4-1\/2 cup<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>
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      Mayan Raw Cacao Chia Energy Balls<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
      • Easy\u00a0 <\/li>
      • Servings: 12\u00a0 <\/li>
      • Ready In:\u00a010 minutes\u00a0 <\/li>
      • Yield: about 24 balls<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        These Mayan Raw Cacao energy balls were inspired by a yoga retreat<\/a> to Lake Atitlan in Guatemala<\/a>.  Ingredients from the region like chia seeds, dates, cinnamon, and vanilla quickly come together.  This makes a healthy, plant-based vegan snack.  Pack a few in your lunchbox or your gym bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        If you like these, you’ll also love PB and J Chewy Oat Bites<\/a>, 5-Ingredient Cocoa Peanut Butter Energy Bites<\/a>, and 4-Ingredient Raw Chocolate Walnut Brownies.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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        These Mayan Raw Cacao energy balls were inspired by a yoga retreat to Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. Ingredients from the region like chia seeds, dates, cinnamon, and vanilla quickly come together. This makes a healthy, plant-based vegan snack. Pack a few in your lunchbox or your gym bag.<\/div>\n
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        <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Course <\/span>Dessert, Snack<\/span><\/div>
        <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cuisine <\/span>Central American, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Guatemalan, Mayan, Mexican, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian<\/span><\/div>
        <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Keyword <\/span>10 minutes or less, chocolate, cocoa, easy, energy, healthy, kid-friendly, oil-free, raw, travel-friendly, workout fuel<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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        <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time <\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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        <\/g><\/svg><\/span> Calories <\/span>129<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n

        Equipment<\/h3>
        • Food Processor<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n

          Ingredients<\/h3>
          • 1<\/span> cup<\/span> (200pitted dates<\/span><\/li>
          • 1\/2<\/span> cup<\/span> (56 sliced or whole almonds<\/span><\/li>
          • 1\/2<\/span> cup<\/span> (96 chia seeds<\/span><\/li>
          • 3<\/span> tablespoons<\/span> (18 raw cacao powder<\/span><\/li>
          • Dash of ground cinnamon<\/span><\/li>
          • 1<\/span> teaspoon<\/span> vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>
          • pinch<\/span> of salt<\/span><\/li>
          • 1\/2<\/span> cup<\/span> water<\/span><\/li>
          • 2<\/span> tablespoon<\/span> brown rice flour or almond flour + 1 tablespoon cacao powder<\/span> for coating the balls<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n

            Instructions<\/h3>
            • To make the Mayan Raw Cacao Chia Energy Balls: Place the dates and almonds in a food processor. Pulse 20-30 times, until well-chopped. Add the remaining ingredients except the water: chia seeds, cacao powder, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Puree 20-30 seconds, until combined. With the food processor running, stream in the 1\/2 cup of water. Remove the lid and check the consistency of the ball mixture. You want it to be wet enough to hold together, but dry enough not to stick. Add more water or cacao powder to adjust.<\/div><\/li>
            • In a small bowl, combine the brown rice flour (or almond flouand cacao powder. Portion about 2 teaspoons per ball. Roll between your hands. Place the ball in the rice flour mixture. Roll around to lightly coat the ball. Repeat with the remaining Cacao ball mixture.<\/div><\/li>
            • You can roll and dust a few balls at once (about 8 usually works for me). You should get about 24 balls total.<\/div><\/li>
            • Keep refrigerated for up to 10 days or freeze for longer storage.<\/div><\/li>
            • Yields: About 24 balls<\/div><\/li>
            • If you like these, you’ll also love PB and J Chewy Oat Bites, 5-Ingredient Cocoa Peanut Butter Energy Bites, and 4-Ingredient Raw Chocolate Walnut Brownies.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n
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              Notes<\/h3>
              Chef Katie’s Tips:
              \nRaw Concerns: Almond are technically not raw. In the US, they are pasteurized for food safety reasons. You can substitute with raw macadamia nuts or Brazil nuts.
              \nPlay with Spices: Cinnamon is an easy go-to spice, but experiment with other sweet spices. Cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and even a Pumpkin Pie spice mix would all taste great!<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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