Vegan Energy Balls
These no-bake vegan energy balls are packed with wholesome ingredients for a quick and nutritious boost anytime you need it.
Ingredients
- •1 cup pitted Medjool dates (175g)
- •1 cup rolled oats (90g)
- •0.5 cup creamy peanut butter (120g)
- •0.25 cup chia seeds (40g)
- •2 tablespoons maple syrup (30ml)
- •0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the pitted Medjool dates into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped and a sticky paste forms.
- 2
Add the rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor.
- 3
Process the mixture on high until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined and stick together when pressed.
- 4
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and firmly roll them between your palms into bite-sized balls.
- 5
Place the rolled energy balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain them thoroughly before blending.
- You can swap peanut butter for almond butter or sunflower seed butter depending on your preference or allergy needs.
- Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for up to two months.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished energy balls should be firm yet chewy, wonderfully nutty and naturally sweet with a rich aroma of vanilla and peanut butter.