Adaptogen Herbal Bliss Balls

What is an Adaptogen? Adaptogens help to restore homeostasis in the body, are non-toxic in a normal dose, and benefit the body as a whole, not just one organ or system. They help our bodies adapt to stress and can greatly benefit those suffering from stress, depression, fatigue, and anxiety.  Adaptogens are beneficial to many people but not for everyone.  Talk to an herbalist about what adaptogen may be right for you.

Powdered herb blend:

2 parts herbal powder (Ashwaganda, Shatavari, Eleuthero, Ginseng) 1part cocoa powder, 1/4 pt licorice (If you like the super sweet taste), cinnamon, ginger powder, and/or turmeric.  These can be made with any powdered herbs.

In my personal formula I put 1/2 cup each ashwaganda, Shatavari, and cocoa powder, 1/8 cup each ginger, cinnamon, licorice, and turmeric

How to make Adaptogen bliss balls

Mix in a bowl

1/2 cup nut butter (I use a combo of peanut, sesame (tahini) and almond)

Can also add coconut oil in addition or as a substitute for some nut butter

1/4 cup honey

1/2 cup of the powdered herb mix (above)

Mix ingredients thoroughly (will probably have to use your hands to mix it)

Roll into balls and coat with sesame seeds, coconut, or cocoa powder.  Freeze or refrigerate remaining balls.  Will keep for 1-2 months in fridge.  Will make 10-15 balls.  I usually double this recipe.

**Optional ingredients to add: 

Any dried chopped fruit (cranberries, raisins, currents, apricots…), cocoa nibs, chipped nuts, ground seeds (pumpkin seeds are nice), spirulina or greens powder, hemp or flax seed powder.  My favorite additives are chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds and dried blueberries.

You can roll the balls into a variety of toppings, here we see coconut, rose petals, chopped pistachios, and cocoa powder.