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No-Bake Bliss Balls

Children mix and roll oats, dates and coconut into energy balls, a simple no-cook recipe.

How to run it

  1. Soak dates and blend with oats and coconut.
  2. Children roll mixture into balls.
  3. Roll in coconut to coat.
  4. Chill before eating.

You will need

  • oats
  • dates
  • desiccated coconut
  • blender
  • trays
Make it easier or harderYounger children roll balls; older children measure and blend with supervision.
SafetyCheck allergies, especially nuts if added, and educators operate the blender.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3No-bake recipes build cooking confidence and healthy habits.

Fits these theme days

Cooking DayHealthy Heart DayJunior Chef ChallengeFruit and Veggie Day

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