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Irresistible Date Energy Balls

Irresistible Date Energy Balls for Quick Guilt-Free Snacking

Discover the magic of Irresistible Date Energy Balls, a quick and nutritious snack option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 balls
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 cup Oat Flour Choose Bob's Red Mill for reliable quality
  • 1 cup Walnuts Toast for extra flavor or swap for almonds if desired
  • 1/2 cup Almond Butter Peanut butter is a tasty substitute
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Pitted and soaked if firm

Flavor Enhancers

  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Feel free to skip it for simplicity
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional but highly recommended
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness

For the Texture

  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Opt for semi-sweet
  • 1 tbsp Water Adjust with little by little

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Toast Walnuts: Begin by toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet or oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.
  • Prepare Dates: Soak the pitted dates in warm water for 2-3 minutes if firm.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, blend toasted walnuts, oat flour, almond butter, drained dates, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Adjust Texture: If dry, add water one teaspoon at a time until it holds together.
  • Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips by hand.
  • Shape Balls: Portion and roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls.
  • Chill: Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

Optionally, roll the energy balls in shredded coconut for a fun twist. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
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