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No-Bake Protein Energy Balls

No Bake Protein Energy Balls are a great snack in the afternoon or pre/post workout. They have minimal ingredients and are easily made in the food processor!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 14 bites
Calories: 177 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour, almond meal or ground flaxseed meal
  • 6 Medjool dates (pitted), chopped*
  • 3/4 cup creamy nut butter (peanut, almond, soy butter, etc.)
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 1 Tbsp.)
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • chocolate (optional)

Instructions

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  1. In the bowl of a food processor, add in the oats and pulse a few times.
  2. Add in all other remaining ingredients and process on high until mixture is well combined.
  3. Roll into balls using a cookie scoop or your hands. Recipe makes ~13-15 bites, maybe more if you make them smaller.
  4. Drizzle with melted chocolate on top or stir in mini chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
  5. Note: Mixture may appear crumbly. Once you start to form it together between your palms it will come together to make a ball. If it's just not working out, add more nut butter and a splash of water, blend again until desired consistency is reached.

Notes

  • Optional toppings: roll in unsweetened shredded coconut, mini chocolate chips, drizzle with melted peanut butter or melted chocolate. 
  • Soak dates in lukewarm water for ~10 minutes if needed prior to chopping and blending. 
  • Be sure to use a creamy nut butter for best results. 
  • Stir in mini chocolate chips and these will last just like cookie dough!
  • Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1ball Calories 177kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 5.9g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 14bites

Amount Per Serving

Calories 177

% Daily Value*

Serving 1ball
Calories 177kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 5.9g 12%

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