They’re naturally sweetened with dates and packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, making them a great choice for a quick snack or a pre-workout boost.
Number of Servings: 12 energy balls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: Vegan Desserts
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon water (if needed)
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Preparation Steps:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- In a food processor, combine the pitted dates, raw almonds, shredded coconut, lime zest, and lime juice.
- Process Until Combined:
- Process the mixture until it forms a thick, sticky dough. If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of water and process again until well combined.
- Form the Energy Balls:
- Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. If desired, roll the balls in additional shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Chill the Energy Balls:
- Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, the Coconut Lime Energy Balls are ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 106
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 3%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Copper: 7%
Vegan Coconut Lime Energy Balls
Made with just a handful of simple ingredients including dates, almonds, coconut, and lime zest, these energy balls are vegan, gluten-free, and incredibly easy to make. They're naturally sweetened with dates and packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, making them a great choice for a quick snack or a pre-workout boost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus extra for rolling
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon water if needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- In a food processor, combine the pitted dates, raw almonds, shredded coconut, lime zest, and lime juice.
- Process Until Combined:
- Process the mixture until it forms a thick, sticky dough. If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of water and process again until well combined.
- Form the Energy Balls:
- Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. If desired, roll the balls in additional shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Chill the Energy Balls:
- Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, the Coconut Lime Energy Balls are ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 106
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 3%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Copper: 7%
