Chocolate No-Bake Energy Balls
These chocolate no-bake energy balls may taste like brownies, but they deliver the punch of some healthy, delicious ingredients, like dates, walnuts, and ground flax seeds.
Servings 20 balls
Calories 94kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup oatmeal uncooked
- 1 cup walnuts , whole
- 1 cup medjool dates , pits removed
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup coconut flakes , unsweetened
- ¼ cup ground flax seeds
- ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make a coarse flour by pulsing oatmeal, walnuts, and dates in a food processor.
- Add the remaining ingredients and pulse until everything is broken down and the mixture forms a ball in the food processor.
- Test the batter by squeezing a bit of it in your hand. If it stays together, you’re good to go. If it’s still crumbly, you’ll want to add another date or two or a tablespoon of agave nectar. Pulse for a few more seconds to combine.
- Roll the dough into bite-sized balls, using a cookie dough scooper for a consistent size.
- Store energy bites in an airtight container. They’ll keep at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Notes
I use about 8 to 10 Medjool dates in this recipe.
I minimized the use of ground flax seed in this recipe because the walnuts are providing some of the Omega-3s too.
If you don't have any dates, you can substitute 1/2 cup agave nectar or maple syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.7mg
