Step 1

Optional first step - add the chia seeds into your food processor and pulse for a few times to "chop" the chia seeds. You can start with this step if you prefer the chia seeds to be fully chopped/processed in your bliss balls. But skip this step if you prefer having mostly whole chia seeds in your bliss balls.

Step 2

Add the rest of the ingredients (if you skipped the first step, then add ALL of the ingredients) into the processor and mix on low speed for about 2 minutes (stop to scrape down the sides if needed) until the ingredients come together to form a "dough". Process for another 2 - 3 minutes if needed to form the dough.

Step 3

If the dough is not coming together (if your dates were too dry for example), you can add a little water or coconut oil - a teaspoon at a time, to get a dough like consistency (see Recipe Notes).

Step 4

Turn the sticky "dough" out in to a bowl. Use oil coated hands to fold the dough into one big piece.

Step 5

Roll the "dough" in to small 1 1/2 inch balls. You can use a small, oiled cookie scoop to portion out the dough, or use well oiled hands (preferably with coconut oil).

Step 6

Optional - roll the smooth chocolate chia bliss balls in the coconut or the freeze-dried fruit powder to coat. To avoid sticky fingers, you can place the chia bliss balls in a plastic bag along with the freeze-dried fruit powder, then seal the bag and shake until the bliss balls are evenly coated.

Step 7

Store in an airtight container for a few days. These can be kept in the fridge, but will then get less soft.