Almond Butter Energy Balls
Easy and no bake - these Almond Butter Energy Balls are the BEST when it comes to healthy snacks. Using gluten free oats and dark chocolate chips makes this vegan treat something everyone can enjoy.
Servings 12
Calories 171kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ cup oats
- ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup almond butter *natural
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the oats, coconut, flaxseed, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Add the almond butter and maple syrup to the bowl and mix again well.
- Finally, add the chocolate chips and stir again.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into heaping tablespoon-sized balls, and place them on a parchment-lined plate or baking tray.
- Place the tray into the freezer for 20-30 minutes to set.
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Notes
- Store the energy bites in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for up to a week. They will get soft at room temperature.
- Be sure to use natural almond butter as the oils help keep the balls together.
- Substitute the almond butter for any other nut butter or even sunflower seed butter.
- Instead of maple syrup, you can use honey.
- For another variation add chopped dried fruit like medjool dates, raisins, or cranberries.
Nutrition
Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0.02mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 0.4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg