Rose Pista Energy Laddoos (Balls)

The taste of rose petals combined with pistachios makes for a celebration on the palette. Pistachios are a nutrient-dense nut packed with antioxidants, fiber, healthy fats, and essential vitamins like vitamin E and B6, and rose petals add a subtle floral flavor and can provide additional antioxidants and potential anti-inflammatory properties, making it a healthy snack. 

Makes 12 -15 bite size balls

v, gf, contains nuts

Organic to get the best flavors

• ½ cup raw, shelled pistachios

• ¼ cup raw, cashews

• 10 medjool dates

• 1 ½ tsp pure vanilla extract

• 1 to 1 ½ tsp pure rose water 

• 1 ½ tsp cardamom

• 1 tsp ceylon cinnamon

• ½ tsp pink salt 

• ¼ cup raw, shredded, unsweetened coconut and ½ cup extra to roll the balls

• ¼ cup edible rose petals and ½ cup extra to roll the balls

• 1 tsp coconut oil or ghee 

Method:

1. In a food processor, chop the nuts to a fine texture of your choice

2. Remove the nuts and place in a large mixing bowl

3. Chop dates and add to food processor, add oil / ghee and blend well until it sticks together

4. Add the dates and remaining ingredients to the nut mixture, until well combined with your hands. 

5. In a shallow dish add ½ cup shredded coconut and ½  cup rose petals, mix together.

6. Make bite size balls to your liking and roll into a mixture of rose petals and shredded coconut. 

7. Place the rolled balls in a covered dish and place in the refrigerator for 30 mins to an hour to firm. Store in a sealed container.  EnJOY!

Note: if you have a large food processor, combine all ingredients together until the mixture is sticky and well blended to make the balls.