Yum, it’s strawberry season! Known as nature’s candy, strawberries are bursting with health benefits, making them the perfect addition to your weekly shop. Rich in both vitamin C and folate, they are important for a healthy immune system and perfect for growing kids! These Strawberry Bliss Balls are easy to make, and a fab lunchbox treat.

Strawberry Bliss Balls for Kids

INGREDIENTS:

• 200g Queensland strawberries, hulled
• 1 tablespoon strawberry syrup (optional)
• 1 cup desiccated coconut plus a little extra for rolling
• ¾ cup rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon nut butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• Large pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds or chopped toasted nuts

METHOD:

1. Place all of the ingredients into a food processor.
2. Process until the mixture comes together.
3. If the mix is too sticky add a little more desiccated coconut.
4. Roll into balls and coat in coconut.
5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

NOTES:

• You can make these balls with oven-dried strawberries which have a more intense flavour and a slightly chewy texture
• Try one of the other nut butters like pistachio or almond as a fresh change from peanut butter

Makes about 20 balls

Recipe courtesy of Queensland Strawberry Growers Association

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