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Date & Cocoa Energy Balls

Deliciously Easy Date & Cocoa Energy Balls for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delightful Date & Cocoa Energy Balls provide a quick, wholesome snack option with rich cocoa flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Energy Balls
  • 1 cup Medjool dates A primary sweetener that adds a chewy texture.
  • 0.5 cup Almonds Provide crunch and healthy fats.
  • 1 cup Rolled oats Adds structure and fiber to keep you full.
  • 0.25 cup Cocoa powder Gives a rich chocolate flavor without added sugars.
  • 2 tablespoons Chia seeds Packed with Omega-3s and help bind the mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut oil Adds richness and helps the ingredients bind.

Equipment

  • Food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Blend together 1 cup of Medjool dates and ½ cup of almonds in a food processor on high speed until the mixture resembles damp sand.
  2. Add 1 cup of rolled oats, ¼ cup of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, and 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil. Process until fully combined.
  3. Scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and press it into a ball, repeat until all mixture is formed into balls.
  4. Place energy balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store energy balls in an airtight container for up to 10 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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