Banana Nut Energy Balls (Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Added Sugar)
 
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These bite size Banana Nut Energy Balls are a delicious, no-bake snack to make ahead. They are a great source of carbohydrates, fiber, and protein to help you crush your hunger without any added sugars.
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Recipe type: Energy Balls
Cuisine: American
Serves: 20
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup walnuts
  • ½ cup quick oats
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 4 Medjool dates, soaked for 5 minutes in warm water and pitted
  • 1-2 Tbsp of water
  • 2 Tbsp peanut butter
  • ¼ cup oat flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup ground flax meal
Instructions
  1. Use a food processor to pulse walnuts and oats until there are coarse crumbs. Then place into a mixing bowl.
  2. Place banana, dates, and water into the food processor. Blend until a smooth consistency. Pour into the mixing bowl with walnuts and oat mixture.
  3. Add peanut butter, oat flour, cinnamon, and ground flax meal into the mixing bowl. Mix all ingredients until well combined.
  4. Scoop mixture and roll into balls between the palms of your hand. Place onto a baking sheet. You should have around 20 balls.
  5. Store protein energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for about 3-4 months. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 ball Calories: 96 Fat: 2.5 Saturated fat: 0.3 Carbohydrates: 8.3 Sugar: 4.0 Sodium: 7.0 Fiber: 1.4 Protein: 1.5 Cholesterol: 0
Recipe by Sarah Koszyk at https://sarahkoszyk.com/5-healthiest-and-tastiest-energy-balls/