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Lemon Energy Balls
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Lemon Energy Balls

Lemon Energy Balls are a no-bake snack made from almonds, Medjool dates, lemon juice and zest, vanilla, sea salt, and shredded coconut. The food processor blends the nuts and dates into a sticky dough flavored brightly with lemon, which is formed into small balls and rolled in coconut for a subtle sweetness and texture contrast. They offer a chewy, slightly tart treat with natural ingredients, suitable for quick energy boosts or snacks.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 15 balls
Calories: 93 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almonds raw or roasted (no salt added)
  • 1 cup Medjool dates 10-12, pitted
  • lemon juice about 2-3 tablespoons, juice from 1 lemon
  • lemon zest from 1
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
  • ⅓ cup coconut unsweetened, shredded

Instructions

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  1. Process: Add almonds, dates, lemon juice, zest, vanilla and sea salt into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the S-shaped blade. Pulse until almonds are chopped and a soft “dough” forms, you may need to scrape the sides of the processor a couple times between pulses.
  2. Form balls: Once mixture is combined, use your hands to form the dough into balls, using about 1 Tablespoon of dough for each ball.
  3. Roll in coconut: Put shredded coconut into a small bowl and roll each ball into the coconut until evenly coated. Enjoy right away or store for later.
  4. To store: Place balls into a sealed storage container and store in the fridge for 1-2 weeks or the freezer for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Soak hard or dry dates in warm water for 10-15 minutes, then drain to soften before using.
  • If dough is crumbly, add extra dates or a teaspoon of water at a time to help it bind better.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1ball Calories 93kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g (18%) Sodium 79mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 11g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15 balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 93

% Daily Value*

Serving 1ball
Calories 93kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Sodium 79mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.