Berrylicious bliss balls

Berry bliss balls because i am a mom and my kids refuse to eat fruits and i never stop trying to trick them.This one is for I's lunchbox.Also it makes a healthy snack ( no added sugar/ gluten free) for afternoon hours when energy level drops,this serves as an instant "pick me up" snack with tea/coffee.

STEP 1: Gather the ingredients

Oats toasted on a pan/oven with coconut oil.
Berries (i have used frozen ones)
Dates (deseeded)
Peanut butter
Desiccated coconut
Almonds (or any nuts you have on hand)
Sunflower seeds

STEP 2 : In a bowl puree' the berries and mix in peanut butter and mashed dates.

STEP 3: Mix in toasted oats,nuts and seeds,coconut scraping, shape the mixture into balls.Store in air tight container in the refrigerator.

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