Superfood Energy Balls
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Superfood Energy Balls
Description
The Superfood Energy Balls recipe combines old fashioned oats, almond butter, ground flaxseed, a berry mix of dried fruit, pitted Medjool dates, maple syrup, and cinnamon. The dates, almond butter, and maple syrup are processed together to form a sticky mixture that binds the dry ingredients. Mixing in the oats, flaxseed, dried berries, and cinnamon adds a textured, wholesome element with natural sweetness and nuttiness. The balls are rolled to about one inch in diameter, making them easy to grab and enjoy.
The final texture is chewy and slightly coarse from the oats and flaxseed, while the dried berries provide bursts of sweet tartness. The cinnamon adds mild warmth that balances the other flavors. These energy balls are designed for storing refrigerated or frozen in an airtight container, making them suitable for ready-to-eat snacks on busy days or pre/post workout energy support.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup Flaxseed ground
- 2 Tablespoons berry mix superfood or favorite dried fruit
- 3 Medjool dates pitted
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine dates, almond butter and maple syrup in food processor and pulse until dates are fully chopped and everything is combined.
- In a bowl mix together oats, flax, dried fruit and cinnamon. Add date and almond butter mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Roll into 1 inch balls. Place balls into an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer for snacking throughout the week.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 15balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 154mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.