Goji Berries, or sometimes called Wolfberries, are a bright orange-red berry that comes from a shrub that’s native to China. A raw or dried goji berry is as small as a raisin and tastes similar to a cranberry, with a little tart but still a touch of sweet. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine.
These berries have many benefits and have been used in Tibetan medicine for the treatment of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, depression, insomnia, kidney and liver problems, psoriasis as well as allergies.
Dried Goji Berries are high in nutrients with containing over 20 different vitamins and minerals as well as an excellent source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory.
Not only do the below bliss balls taste delicious, they are easy to make and also helps to keep your body healthy.
Goji Berries Bliss Balls
1 cup (150g) raw almonds
1/2 cup (80g) raw cashews
1/2 cup (50g) Goji berries
150gm (8-10) medjool dates
2 tbsp (20g) chai seeds
1 tbsp (10g) organic coconut oil
1 tbsp (30g) raw honey
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
a pinch salt
Method
1. Place all ingredients into your food processor and blend until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
2. Use your hands to separate the mixture into balls to the size of your choice.
3. Serve. Eat. Enjoy before they disappear! Can store in the freezer 🙂
