Another “Larabar” knockoff! Last time it was Chocolate Coconut Balls, this time it is Lemon. These are really good and refreshing. They hit the spot when you are craving something sweet with a bit of a crunch. They are the perfect snack size and portable.
I am a huge Larabar fan because they are made of just a handful of healthful ingredients.
The above lemon bar contains:
dates, almonds, cashews, lemon juice concentrate, natural lemon flavor
Do not let the dates throw you if you are not a date lover. I do not like dates, but I love these Lemon Balls. The dates job is to sweeten and hold the ball together, which creates the best chewy texture. Enjoy!
Lemon “Larabar” Balls
inspired by this post at Shutterbean
1 1b. pitted dates
1 1/2 cup raw mixed nuts (or 1 cup almonds, 1/2 cup cashews, if desired)
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
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Combine all in a food processor. Your food processor will work hard, so make sure you tell it that you appreciate its effort. Process until nuts are desired size and ingredients are incorporated.
Coat hands with oil ( I used coconut oil and loved the hint of coconut it gave the balls) and roll into balls.
Keep balls in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Makes 20, 1 inch balls.
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Jennifer Noble
January 19, 2012 at 8:10 pmnice reading your blog – mine’s http://www.easyreadingpicks.blogspot.com
Christine - Tutorial Addict lol
August 17, 2011 at 11:52 pmI just made these and they are FANTASTIC!!! I was so excited to see your recipe for Lara Bars and I’m SO GLAD I MADE THEM!! THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!! They are awesome 😀
erin
August 13, 2011 at 12:04 pmI can not wait to try these!
jeana
August 10, 2011 at 11:43 pmYUM. Love larabars. Will have to try!
Kristin
August 10, 2011 at 11:03 pmAdding this one to my list of “need to make ….soon” Since I recently started following you I have gathered up some really healthy recipes! May just see some posted on our blog soon!