How to Make Energy Balls without Peanut Butter - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a healthy and delicious snack that is easy to make and perfect for on-the-go? These energy balls without peanut butter are a great option! Packed with nutrients and natural sweetness, these energy balls are a tasty way to keep your energy levels up throughout the day.

With a base of oats, nuts, and dates, these energy balls provide a powerful combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making them a satisfying and nourishing snack. And the best part is, you can custo...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • ½ cup pecans
  • 15 pitted Medjool dates
  • ½ cup brown rice syrup
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 45
  • Yield: 45 balls

  • Burst oats into a coarse meal in the bowl of a food processor. Add pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and pecans; pulse 10 to 15 times, until chunks are desired size.
  • Toss dates into the food processor and mix for 30 seconds. Pour rice syrup in slowly, with the processor running, until combined and starting to ball up.
  • Transfer to a bowl and mix in chocolate chips, coconut, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Pull off dough in 25 gram sections and roll into balls. Place in a single layer on a cookie sheet; it's okay if they touch but make sure they are not stacked.
  • Refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    86 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 5mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 98mg