optional coating: ground almonds or shredded coconut
Instructions
Drain soaked dates, reserving water in a small bowl. Place dates, de-seeded lemon and vanilla extract in a food processor. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. If mixture is too thick to blend, add reserved soaking water, 1 T at a time. These turn out best if you keep added water to a minimum. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
Add almonds, oats, chia seeds and turmeric to food processor and blend. Add to wet mixture and stir until combined using a wooden spoon.
Scoop with a small spoon and roll into 1 inch balls. If desired, roll balls into ground almonds or shredded coconut. Place balls on a parchment or wax-paper lined baking sheet.
Freeze balls until firm, for approximately 1 hour. Transfer to an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Yes - you'll add the entire 1/2 of a lemon to the food processor with the rest of the ingredients. The blades will disperse the juice, flesh and peel and the result will be an awesome lemon flavor. When stored in the refrigerator these keep for up to 2 weeks. For longer-term storage, place in the freezer.