Description
These kid-friendly almond date energy balls are a quick, nutritious, and delicious snack perfect for busy parents and picky eaters. They are easy to make and a great way to sneak in healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (plus more for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine pitted dates, raw almonds, shredded unsweetened coconut, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor.
- Process until the mixture forms a sticky dough. It should come together when pressed between your fingers.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls.
- If desired, roll the balls in additional shredded coconut for an extra touch.
- Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try adding 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder for chocolate energy balls.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of water or a neutral oil like coconut oil.
- If the mixture is too sticky, add a few more almonds or a bit more coconut.
- These are great for lunchboxes or as a quick after-school snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg