Description
Looking for a quick, healthy snack? These 6 No-Bake Energy Balls Recipes are your perfect solution! With no baking required, these delicious energy bites come together in just minutes. They are packed with nutritious ingredients like oats, nut butter, and seeds, making them ideal for busy days or a post-workout boost. Each recipe offers unique flavor combinations to satisfy any craving, whether you want something sweet or savory. Plus, they’re easily customizable to fit your taste preferences and are kid-friendly, ensuring that everyone can enjoy them. Prepare a batch for meal prep and enjoy wholesome snacks throughout the week!
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ cup nut butter or seed butter (peanut butter, sunflower seed butter etc.)
- 3 pitted dates
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- ½ Tbsp chia seeds (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- ½ Tbsp water (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- ¼ cup grated carrots (for Carrot Cake Energy Balls)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds (for Carrot Cake Energy Balls)
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (for Carrot Cake Energy Balls, plus extra for rolling)
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for Carrot Cake Energy Balls)
- ½ Tbsp chia seeds (for Carrot Cake Energy Balls)
- ½ Tbsp water (for Carrot Cake Energy Balls)
- ½ Tbsp lemon juice (for Lemon Coconut Energy Balls)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (for Lemon Coconut Energy Balls)
- zest from a fresh lemon (for Lemon Coconut Energy Balls)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (for Cranberry Coconut Energy Balls)
- ¼ cup peanut butter (for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools.
- In a food processor, blend oats, nut butter, and pitted dates until a sticky mixture forms.
- Divide the mixture into separate bowls and add flavor-specific ingredients. Mix until fully combined.
- Roll small portions into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Optionally roll in shredded coconut or crushed nuts.
- Chill on a baking sheet for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg