Description
Looking for a quick and healthy snack? These 6 No-Bake Energy Balls are perfect for busy days, workouts, or mid-afternoon cravings. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butters, and dried fruits, these energy balls provide a delicious combination of flavors and nutrients. Easily customizable, you can mix and match ingredients to suit your preferences. Ideal as a post-workout treat or a nutritious on-the-go snack, these no-bake delights come together in just minutes, making them a staple in any healthy diet.
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ cup nut butter or seed butter (peanut butter, sunflower seed butter etc.)
- ¼ cup raisins
- 3 pitted dates
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ Tbsp chia seeds
- ½ Tbsp water
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- ¼ cup grated carrots
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ Tbsp lemon juice
- zest from a fresh lemon
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients based on your chosen flavor.
- In a food processor, combine rolled oats, nut/seed butter, and dates; blend until slightly chunky.
- Add remaining ingredients specific to your recipe; blend until evenly mixed.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls using your hands; coat with shredded coconut if desired.
- Chill formed energy balls on a baking sheet for at least 30 minutes before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg