Life-changing pralines

In a world where indulgence often comes at the cost of our health, discovering treats that not only satisfy our cravings but also nourish our bodies and minds is not always easy. This is why I created these delightful pralines – a guilt-free indulgence packed with flavour and goodness.

Sweets have a unique way of uplifting our spirits, providing comfort during times of stress and bringing joy to our daily lives. But what if these sweet treats could do more than just taste delicious? What if they could also support our physical and mental well-being?

These pralines are created with ingredients carefully chosen to nourish both body and mind. Each individual ingredient plays a vital role in contributing to a healthy diet and overall well-being. Dates, for example, not only provide natural sweetness, but they're also rich in fiber and antioxidants, promoting digestive health and combating inflammation. Almonds, hazelnuts, and cashews offer a great dose of healthy fats, proteins and essential nutrients supporting brain health and our cognitive function. Cocoa, with its rich flavor and antioxidant properties, not only enhances the taste of the pralines but also supports heart health and boosts mood. Meanwhile, freeze-dried raspberries and strawberries add a burst of tangy sweetness along with vitamins and minerals that bolster the immune system.

The addition of hemp seeds complements the chocolates on another health level: our mental health. Hemp seeds are a great source when it comes to essential fatty acids, including omega-3 and omega-6, which are crucial for brain function and mood regulation. These fatty acids play a pivotal role in reducing inflammation in the brain, which has been linked to various mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. Additionally, hemp seeds are rich in magnesium, a mineral known for its calming effects on the nervous system, helping to alleviate stress and promote relaxation. By including hemp seeds in the pralines, you are not only enhancing their nutritional profile of the pralines but also offering a delicious way to support mental well-being with every bite.

The most important ingredient for taste, however, is a rather unusual one: Himalayan salt. The salt is an essential ingredient as it elevates the flavour profile. Without the salt, the pralines still taste great, but you should definitely not leave it out as it creates this special aroma that makes the chocolate irresistible.

Ingredients

90g dates, pitted

30g almonds, chopped

30g hazelnuts, chopped

40g cashews, whole

1 big tbsp cocoa nips

1 big tbsp cocoa

1 tsp of freeze-dried raspberries

1 tsp of freeze-dried strawberries

1 pinch vanilla

1 pinch of Himalayan salt

Method

1. Place all the ingredients in a food-processor and puree to a paste. The nuts should not be too finely chopped so that the pralines retain some crunch.

2. Shape the mixture into about 20 pralines.

3. Transfer the pralines to a container and leave to freeze for at least 2 hours before eating. Tip: Not only do the chocolates keep for a longer time in the freezer, they also taste much better. The chocolates do not freeze completely, so they can be eaten straight from the freezer.

In a world where healthy eating often feels like a sacrifice, these Pralines offer a refreshing alternative – a guilt-free indulgence that supports both physical health and mental well-being. So go ahead, treat yourself to a taste of happiness and savour the goodness of nutritious ingredients that nourish your body. After all, life is too short not to enjoy every sweet moment to the fullest.