Energy Balls
Make easy no-bake energy balls packed full of juicy dates, raw almonds, chocolate, and nut butter, without oats. They're the perfect on-the-go energy boost!
Servings: 15 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole raw almonds
- 3 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup almond butter
- 1 to 3 tablespoons water
- 3 to 4 tablespoons wheat germ or ground flax meal
Instructions
Make the Energy Ball Mixture
- Process the almonds and chocolate chips. In a food processor, grind the almonds and chocolate chips until they resemble coarse bread crumbs.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Add the dates, vanilla, and almond butter, then process until combined. Now add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the mixture has the consistency of dough and holds its shape when pressed into a ball.
To Make Energy Balls
- Roll into balls. Scoop a generous tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball. Proceed with the rest of the mix until you have 14-16 bites.
- Roll in wheat germ. Place the wheat germ on a plate, then roll each bite in the wheat germ to coat.
To Make Energy Bars
- Prepare your pan. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread the mixture into the pan. Transfer the energy-ball mixture to the prepared pan. Spread and flatten it evenly, using your hands or the back of a spoon coated with baking spray. If using your hands, wet them with water first to prevent the mixture from sticking to your skin.
- Chill and cut the bars. Fold the excess plastic wrap over to cover the mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Using the plastic wrap liner, lift the mixture from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Uncover and cut into 12-14 bars, depending on size. Coat with wheat germ if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Transfer the energy balls or bars to a storage container and refrigerate.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
