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These energy balls are packed with fibre and come together in minutes thanks to the food processor. They are the perfect healthy snack!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 10 balls

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 6 Medjool dates
  • 6 dried apricots (you can skip these and double the dates)
  • 1/4 nut butter of choice
  • 1 TBSP melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 TSP cinnamon
  • 1/4 TSP sea salt
  • 1 TBSP unsweetened cocoa powder

chocolate coating

  • 3 TBSP dark chocolate chips preferable 70% or higher
  • 1 TSP coconut oil

Instructions

  • Throw all your ingredients except for the chocolate layer ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. Dough should be crumbly but sticky and form a ball easily
  • Use an ice cream scooper or tablespoon to measure out roughly 10 pieces of dough and use your hands to shape the mixture into small balls
  • Melt your dark chocolate chips and teaspoon of coconut oil in a microwave and drizzle over each ball until they are covered fully in chocolate
  • Place the balls in the freezer to set for at least an hour. Keep the balls stored in the fridge or freezer depending on how firm you would like them

Notes

Date + Nut Butter Energy Balls
Looking for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up? These Date + Nut Butter Energy Balls are naturally sweet, satisfying, and packed with wholesome ingredients that deliver steady energy when you need it most. Whether you're powering through a busy workday, heading to the gym, or fighting the mid-afternoon slump, these bite-sized snacks make an excellent 3 p.m. energy boost.
Why you'll love them:
  • Dates – Nature's candy! Dates provide natural sugars for quick energy, along with fiber to help support stable blood sugar levels and keep you feeling satisfied.
  • Almond Flour – Rich in healthy fats, plant-based protein, vitamin E, and magnesium, almond flour helps promote fullness and sustained energy.
  • Peanut Butter – A delicious source of protein and heart-healthy fats that can help curb hunger and support lasting energy throughout the afternoon.
  • Dark Chocolate – Contains beneficial polyphenols, powerful plant compounds with antioxidant properties that may help support cardiovascular and brain health.
  • Cinnamon – This warming spice is rich in antioxidants and may help support healthy blood sugar regulation, making it a perfect complement to naturally sweet dates.
With a balance of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, and fiber, these energy balls are a nourishing snack that satisfies cravings while helping you stay energized and focused. Keep a batch on hand for those afternoons when you need a little extra fuel to finish the day strong.
Keyword Energy balls
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