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Three nut free energy balls stacked up in a triangle.
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Nut Free Energy Balls

Healthy no bake energy bites made with dates, oats, and seeds. Vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and perfect for kids snacks or lunchboxes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Diet: Gluten Free, High Fibre, Vegan
Allergen: No Common Allergens
Servings: 22 servings
Calories: 65kcal
Author: Dannii Martin

Ingredients

  • 10 Medjool dates
  • 60 g Oats (use certified gluten free oats to ensure this recipe is gluten free)
  • 1 tablespoon Flaxseeds
  • 3 tablespoon Sunflower seeds
  • 2 tablespoon Pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tablespoon Desiccated coconut
  • 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
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Instructions

  • Pit 10 Medjool dates and soak them in boiled water for 10 minutes.
  • Drain the dates (reserving the water) and put into a food processor with 60 g Oats, 1 tablespoon Flaxseeds, 3 tablespoon Sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoon Pumpkin seeds, 2 tablespoon Desiccated coconut, 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder and 2 tablespoon Maple syrup.
  • Process everything together until a large firm ball forms. If the mixture is a little dry, slowly add some of the reserved date water.
  • Roll the mixture into bite sized balls.

Notes

  • Use soft Medjool dates to make these nut free energy balls if possible. They have a rich, caramel-like flavour and blend much more easily than standard dried dates. If your dates feel firm, soaking them is especially important.
  • For a smoother texture, blend the oats and seeds briefly first, then add the soaked dates and remaining ingredients. For a chunkier texture, blend everything together at once and stop as soon as the mixture holds together.
  • If the mixture is too sticky to roll, chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes before shaping. You can also lightly dampen your hands to stop it sticking.
  • If the mixture is too wet, add a little more oats or desiccated coconut until it becomes easier to roll.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Ball | Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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