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Chocolate Almond Butter Energy Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (approximately 4 energy balls per serving)
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Chocolate Almond Butter Energy Balls are a nutritious and delicious snack that combines wholesome ingredients like almonds, oats, almond butter, and chocolate chips. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and enriched with chia seeds and flax meal for added fiber and omega-3s, they are perfect for a quick energy boost or healthy treat on the go.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.25 cups whole natural almonds (preferably Blue Diamond)
  • 1 cup oats (Quaker Old Fashioned for a heartier chew)
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips (mini chips recommended)
  • 0.5 cup flax meal
  • 1.5 tbsp chia seeds
  • 0.75 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.75 cup almond butter
  • 6 tbsp maple syrup (grade A dark color for rich flavor)
  • 1.25 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Measure out all the dry and wet ingredients accurately to ensure the best consistency and flavor balance for your energy balls.
  2. Blend the Almonds: Place the almonds in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped but not powdered, to maintain texture.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped almonds, oats, chocolate chips, flax meal, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine evenly.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly with a spatula or your hands until a sticky dough forms.
  6. Form Energy Balls: Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll firmly between your palms to form balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  7. Chill and Set: Place the formed energy balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
  8. Store Properly: Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • You can substitute almonds with other nuts like walnuts or cashews if preferred.
  • Mini chocolate chips help distribute chocolate flavor evenly in each bite.
  • Using grade A dark maple syrup enhances the flavor complexity of these energy balls.
  • These are naturally gluten-free if gluten-free oats are used.
  • For a sweeter snack, add more maple syrup to taste.
  • Chilling the mixture helps the energy balls hold together better.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chocolate-almond-butter-energy-balls-recipe/