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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.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
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