Name: Homemade Energy Balls
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats; 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted); ½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter); 2 tablespoons chia seeds; 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ cup dark chocolate chips; ¼ cup shredded coconut; ¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews); 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for a chocolatey version)

Description

These homemade energy balls are a nutritious, no-bake snack packed with healthy fats, fiber, and natural sweetness. Made with oats, dates, nut butter, and chia seeds, they provide a boost of energy without refined sugar. Perfect for meal prep, pre-workout fuel, or a healthy dessert, these bites are customizable with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, coconut, or nuts.

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon sea salt

Optional Add-Ins:

¼ cup dark chocolate chips
¼ cup shredded coconut
¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for a chocolatey version)

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Instructions

Soften the Dates: If the dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine oats, dates, peanut butter, chia seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
Add Mix-Ins: If using chocolate chips, nuts, or coconut, stir them in with a spoon or pulse lightly in the processor.
Roll into Balls: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough per ball and roll it between your hands to form a round shape.
Chill for Best Texture: Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before eating.
Store & Enjoy: Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Make it Vegan: Use maple syrup instead of honey.
Nut-Free Option: Substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Keto Version: Replace dates with a sugar-free sweetener and swap oats for almond flour.
Protein Boost: Add a scoop of protein powder and adjust moisture with extra nut butter if needed.
Storage Tip: Freeze for up to 3 months and let thaw for a few minutes before eating.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan-Friendly