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Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Balls

The tastiest little bite of joy, these lemon poppy seed protein balls are a lovely no bake treat! Easy to prepare, easy to customize, and loaded with healthful ingredients!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 18 Balls
Calories: 155 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond butter *
  • ⅔ cup quick oats or rolled oats
  • ½ cup protein powder or more oats
  • 2 Tbsp hemp seeds optional
  • 6 to 8 pitted Medjool Dates or 3 to 5 Tbsp pure maple syrup, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • 2-6 Tbsp water**

Instructions

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  1. Add all of the ingredients for the energy balls to a food processor. Process until all of the ingredients are combined and a very thick dough forms. You may need to stop the food processor a couple of times to scrape the sides with a rubber spatula in order to help blend the ingredients.
  2. Add water 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, blending well in between each addition, until the energy ball mixture is easy to press together. For me, this took 3 tablespoons of water. Note: you can also use a little fresh lemon juice instead of water if you'd like.
  3. Form balls out of the energy bite mixture, making any size you would like. I make 18 balls.
  4. Store in a zip lock bag or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freeze in a zip lock bag for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • *Use any well-stirred nut or seed butter you like. Just note that you’ll be able to taste peanut butter and sunflower seed butter.
  • *Use any well-stirred nut or seed butter you like. Just note that you’ll be able to taste peanut butter and sunflower seed butter.
  • **Add water two tablespoons at a time until the mixture is sticky and presses together easily. If your dates are large and juicy, you may not need any liquid.
  • **Add water two tablespoons at a time until the mixture is sticky and presses together easily. If your dates are large and juicy, you may not need any liquid.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Ball (of 18) Calories 155kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 74mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18Balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 155

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Ball (of 18)
Calories 155kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 74mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%

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