Ingredients : 250 mL (1 cup) pitted dates 60 mL (¼ cup) water 125 mL (1/2 cup) pecans 250 mL (1 cup) quick-cooking rolled oats 75 mL (1/3 cup) pumpkin puree 10 mL (2 tsp.) pumpkin pie spice 5 mL (1 tsp.) vanilla extract 60 mL (1/4 cup) unsweetened shredded coconut 125 mL (1/2 cup) mini chocolate chips 250 mL (1 cup) small granule of textured vegetable protein (TVP) Preparation: In a microwave-safe bowl, pour the dates and water. Cook for 90 seconds, then pour into a food processor. Let cool for a few minutes. Add pecans, oats, pumpkin puree, spices, vanilla extract and coconut. Pulse a few times to mix well all ingredients. Add chocolate and TVP. Pulse a few more times to get an even mixture. Using your hands, form about 25 balls of 20 ml (4 teaspoons). Store the energy balls in the refrigerator or freezer. Makes: 25 ballsPrep Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 90 secondsFreezing: Yes
