Description
These Date Nuts Energy Balls are a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make snack that is naturally sweetened with dates and loaded with wholesome nuts. Perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a healthy treat, these energy balls require no baking, come together in minutes, and are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
Ingredients
Fruits & Flavorings
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
Nuts & Spices
- 1 cup nuts (a mix of almonds and walnuts recommended)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder or pumpkin spice
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Soften the Dates: Add the pitted dates and vanilla extract to the food processor jar. Blend until the dates are soft and begin to form a ball. If your dates are too dry, add a couple of tablespoons of water to help the mixture blend smoothly.
- Process the Nuts: Add the nuts to the food processor. Add a pinch of salt and the cinnamon powder or pumpkin spice. Blend to your desired texture—I prefer to leave some coarse bits for extra crunch, but you can blend it to a fine powder if you wish. The nuts will naturally release some oil during processing, which helps bind the mixture.
- Combine Dates and Nuts: Mix the blended dates and nut mixture together in a bowl. You should have a sticky dough. Use your hands or a spatula to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
- Shape the Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your hands into bite-sized balls. Alternatively, use a small cookie scoop for uniform pieces. Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet or plate. Enjoy your Date Nuts Energy Balls immediately or store for later!
Notes
- You can toast the nuts on low heat beforehand to enhance their flavor and help release their oils for better texture. This step is optional but highly recommended.
- For the best texture, blend the dates and nuts separately before combining. Blending everything together at once can create unevenly ground nuts.
- These energy bites are versatile—try different nut combinations or add-ins like chia seeds or cacao nibs for variety.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 31mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
