No-Bake Protein Energy Balls
No Bake Protein Energy Balls are a great snack in the afternoon or pre/post workout. They have minimal ingredients and are easily made in the food processor!
Servings 14 bites
Calories 177kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour* (or almond meal)
- 6 dates (pitted), chopped*
- 3/4 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, soy butter, etc.)
- 2 Tbsp. water
- 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 1 Tbsp.)
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Instructions
- In the bowl of a food processor, add in the oats and pulse a few times.
- Add in all other remaining ingredients and process on high until mixture is well combined.
- Roll into balls using a cookie scoop or your hands. Recipe makes ~13-15 bites.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate on top (optional). Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Note: Mixture may appear crumbly. Once you start to form it together between your palms it will come together to make a ball. If it's just not working out, add more nut butter and a splash of water, blend again until desired consistency is reached.
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Notes
- Can also use coconut flour or chickpea flour.
- Optional toppings: roll in unsweetened shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, drizzle with melted peanut butter or melted chocolate.
- Soak dates in lukewarm water for ~10 minutes if needed prior to chopping and blending.
- Be sure to use a creamy nut butter for best results.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips and these will last just like cookie dough!
- Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ball | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5.9g