The Great Kosmic Kitchen

☽ Outta this world SPACE BALLS! ☾

These little balls are one of our favorite treats to have on hand. They are packed with herbal goodness and take minutes to make. We were inspired by the magical herbalist Rosemary Gladstar who gave us the inspiration to make them apart of our daily diet. Her famous recipe is called “zoom balls” and packs them with stimulating and energizing herbs that make you well… ZOOM! 

The great thing about making space balls is that you can add whatever nut butters,  powdered herbs and spices you have on hand. We usually lean toward nourishing and adaptogenic herbs that help us maintain balance. And to make sure we get nourished and balanced, we make a batch for the week so that there will always be a satisfying snack that already has our daily herbs in it. 

Ingredients: 

4 cups nut butter (we use ½ sunbutter and ½ peanut butter) 

2 cups honey (local, raw & organic) 

1 ounce carob powder 

1 ounce greens powder (Perfect Food by Garden of Life is a good brand) 

1 ounce ashwaganda powder 

1 ounce astragalus powder

1 ounce reishi mushroom powder 

1 ounce milk thistle powder 

1 Tsp cinnamon 

1 tsp cayenne powder 

½- 1 cup shredded coconut flakes, lightly toasted 

Method: 

In a large mixing bowl, combine the nut butters and honey until smooth. Add in the herbs  and greens mix until well combined. Next, add the carob powder, cinnamon and cayenne. The consistency should be thick enough to make into balls but not dry enough to feel the powdered herbs. So don’t be afraid to add more powders or nut butter to get the consistency you want. Roll into silver dollar size balls and roll into coconut flakes. Store on a baking sheet or tupperwear in the fridge. Makes about 40- 60 balls depending on the size.

Enjoy!  

***(For more info on what herbs to use check out mountainroseherbs.com)***

Not only are these sweet treats a great snack, but they make breakfast a breeze. Spread them on millet toast or throw a few into your smoothie for extra nourishing in the morning!

I’m sure Summer will be making a lot of these when she interns for Rosemary in July. Did I mention how amazing Rosemary is? Not only is she a renaissance woman and accomplished herbalist, but her beauty fills a room. She has one of the most inspiring presences I have ever experienced and her excitement for herbalism and plant wisdom is contagious! Such an amazing woman to have in our herbal lineage.

So get ready for some Rosemary recipes coming up later this Summer :)