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A variety of homemade energy balls on a rustic wooden board, made with oats, dates, nut butter, and coconut.

Easy Homemade Energy Balls Recipe

  • Author: Kamilia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1012 energy balls (serves 24 people) 1x
  • Category: Snacks
  • Cuisine: Mixed / Fusion

Description

These no-bake energy balls are the perfect healthy snack! Made with oats, dates, and nut butter, they’re customizable, portable, and packed with nutrients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
  • 1/4 cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the dates until a sticky paste forms.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and blend until combined.
  3. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls.
  4. Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes to set.
  5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Notes

Substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.

Add protein powder to boost the protein content.

Keep refrigerated for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.


Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g (naturally occurring)
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g