Description
These Blueberry Almond Energy Balls are simple, wholesome, and perfect for a quick, healthy snack. Savana Loyal brings you this recipe from the 911Recipes family kitchen, reminding you that good food does not need to be complicated.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup dried blueberries
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the rolled oats, almond flour, dried blueberries, chopped almonds, chia seeds, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Mix everything well until a sticky dough forms.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water or milk until it holds together.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cranberries or raisins for the blueberries.
- For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
- Store these balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- If you prefer a nut-free version, substitute sunflower seed butter for almond butter and use sunflower seeds instead of almonds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Healthy Bites
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: Approx. 120
- Sugar: Approx. 8g
- Sodium: Approx. 15mg
- Fat: Approx. 6g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg