Description
Looking for a quick and nutritious snack? These 6 No-Bake Energy Balls Recipes are your answer! Packed with wholesome ingredients, these easy-to-make energy bites are perfect for a post-workout boost, a sweet treat, or a healthy option on the go. With flavors ranging from chocolate chip to carrot cake, there’s something to satisfy every palate. Best of all, they require no baking and can be ready in just minutes! Customize them to fit your dietary needs or preferences, making them an ideal choice for everyone—from kids to fitness enthusiasts. Dive into these delightful snacks that combine taste and nutrition seamlessly!
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ cup nut butter or seed butter (peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, etc.)
- 3 pitted dates
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ Tbsp chia seeds
- ½ Tbsp water
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (for Chocolate Chip Energy Balls)
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder (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 (plus extra for rolling, 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 shredded coconut (for Cranberry 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 based on your chosen flavor.
- In a food processor, blend rolled oats, nut butter, pitted dates, honey/maple syrup (if using), chia seeds, and water until well combined.
- Add flavor variations according to your preference.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg