Paleo Energy Balls
These simple energy balls are made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a quick and nutritious snack. They are naturally sweet, satisfying, and easy to prepare without any baking.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 12
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 124 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 160 gpitted date, medjool, packed
- 70 galmond flour
- 30 gshredded coconut, unsweetened
- 45 galmond butter, creamy, unsweetened
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1 tbspchia seed
- 1 pinchsalt
for coating
- 15 gshredded coconut, unsweetened(optional)
Equipment
plate · food processor · medium bowl · airtight container
The method
Step by step
- 1
Add the pitted dates to a food processor and process until they form a sticky ball.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure your dates are fresh and soft for easier processing. If they are a bit dry, soak them in warm water for 5-10 minutes, then drain well before processing.
- 2
Add the almond flour, shredded coconut, almond butter, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and salt to the food processor with the dates.
About 1 min
- 3
Process the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and a dough-like consistency is formed.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed to ensure everything is incorporated.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl.
About 1 min
- 5
Using clean hands, roll the mixture into 12 equally sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter each.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: If the mixture is too sticky, slightly dampen your hands.
- 6
If desired, roll each energy ball in the extra shredded coconut to coat.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: This adds extra texture and flavor, but is completely optional.
- 7
Place the energy balls on a plate or in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 123.9kcal
- Protein
- 2.7g
- Carbs
- 13.2g
- Fat
- 7.8g
- Fibre
- 2.8g
- Sugar
- 9.6g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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