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Energy Balls With Dates

Energy Balls With Dates

Energy Balls With Dates are a quick, no-bake snack packed with natural sweetness and sustained energy, perfect for busy days or post-workout refueling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup medjool dates, pitted If not soft and sticky, soak in warm water for about 10 minutes, drain thoroughly and pat dry.
  • 1 cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted almond butter or any nut butter of your choice
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Optional toppings
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup cacao powder

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Medium-sized bowl
  • - Baking Sheet
  • - Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. If your medjool dates are not soft and sticky, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes. Drain them thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. This ensures they blend smoothly and act as a natural binder for your energy balls with dates.
    1 cup medjool dates, pitted
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the rolled oats, unsweetened shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until they are well distributed.
    1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed, 1 pinch sea salt
  3. Place the pitted and drained medjool dates in a food processor. Add the almond butter and vanilla extract. Process until the dates and almond butter form a thick paste, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.
    1 cup medjool dates, pitted, 1/2 cup unsalted almond butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  4. Add the date and almond butter mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a sturdy spoon or your hands, mix everything together thoroughly. The mixture should be slightly sticky and hold together when pressed. If it feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water or a bit more almond butter at a time. If it feels too wet, add a tablespoon more oats.
  5. Take about one tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Continue this process until all the mixture has been used. For an extra touch, you can roll the balls in optional toppings like shredded coconut, chopped nuts, cacao powder, or mini dark chocolate chips.
    1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips, 1/4 cup chopped nuts, 1/4 cup cacao powder
  6. Place the rolled energy balls with dates on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up. This makes them easier to handle and enjoy.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.
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