Vegan Energy Balls
These wholesome, no-bake vegan energy balls are packed with natural sweetness and plant-based protein for a quick, nourishing snack.
Ingredients
- •1 cup pitted Medjool dates (150g)
- •1 cup rolled oats (90g)
- •0.5 cup natural creamy peanut butter (120g)
- •2 tablespoons chia seeds (20g)
- •2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (15g)
- •1 tablespoon maple syrup (15ml)
- •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (5ml)
- •2 tablespoons dairy-free dark chocolate chips (20g)
- •1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the pitted Medjool dates into a food processor and pulse until they form a sticky paste.
- 2
Add the rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, chia seeds, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the processor.
- 3
Process the mixture on high speed until completely combined and sticky enough to hold its shape when squeezed.
- 4
Remove the blade and fold in the dairy-free dark chocolate chips by hand using a spatula.
- 5
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them firmly between your palms to form neat, bite-sized balls.
- 6
Place the rolled energy balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- If your dates feel dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain thoroughly before blending.
- You can easily swap the peanut butter for almond butter or sunflower seed butter if you have nut allergies.
- Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for up to three months.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished energy balls should be firm yet slightly chewy, rich with chocolate and peanut butter flavor, and perfectly sweet.