Name: Energy Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: Whole rolled oats; Nut butter; Medjool dates or another natural sweetener; Ground flaxseed; Chia seeds optional; Vanilla extract; Sea salt; Mini chocolate chips or coconut optional

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Overview

Prep15 min

Cook0 min

Total15 min

Servings12

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

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Equipment

Food processor
Airtight container

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Method

01

Process the dry ingredients

Add the oats and dry ingredients to a food processor.

02

Pulse

Pulse until partially broken down.

03

Add the binders

Add dates or sweetener and nut butter.

04

Flavor it

Add vanilla and salt.

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Process

Process until the mixture holds together when pressed.

06

Add the extras

Add chocolate chips or coconut if using.

07

Scoop

Scoop small portions.

08

Roll

Roll firmly between your palms into balls.

09

Chill

Chill until firm.

10

Store

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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Tips

NoteIf the mixture won't hold together, add a little more nut butter. If it's too sticky, add a few more oats.

NoteI like keeping these cold. They become firmer and somehow feel more like a proper snack.

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Nutrition

AllergensPeanuts or Tree Nuts depending on nut butter

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Storage

Refrigerator / FreezerAirtight in the refrigerator up to 1 week, or frozen up to 3 months.

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Frequently asked

Do I need a food processor?+

It makes quick work of the dates, but finely chopping the dates and stirring everything by hand works too.

Can I use sunflower seed butter?+

Yes — it makes these nut free with the same binding power.

Energy Balls

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment