Meatless Monday’s: Energy Balls

Need a quick snack that’s packed with flavor, nutrients, and just the right amount of sweetness? These No-Bake Energy Balls are your new best friend! Made with wholesome ingredients like dates, almond meal, and peanut butter, they’re the perfect bite-sized boost for busy mornings, afternoon slumps, or post-workout refueling. Plus, they take just minutes to make—no baking required! Keep a batch in the fridge for whenever you need a little pick-me-up.

Energy Balls

Ingredient List

1 cup (120g) dates, pitted
¾ cup (60g) almond meal
½ cup (30g) desiccated coconut
2 tbsp. chia seeds
2 tbsp. coconut oil, melted
1 tbsp. natural peanut butter

Directions

Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor and blitz until everything is finely chopped and well combined.
Using your hands, roll the mixture into 10 balls, about the size of a walnut.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Makes 10 energy balls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories per serving: 137
Fats per serving: 9 grams
Protein per serving: 2 grams
Carbohydrates per serving: 11 grams

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