Energy Balls
Donal's Notes
These energy balls are full of goodness and natural sugars – guaranteed to pep you up when you reach that mid afternoon slump. Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls or cut into bars to have as a transportable snack whenever hunger strikes.
*Calorie info: excludes cacao nibs.
SERVES
50
For the energy balls:
To decorate:
Large mixing bowl
Spatula
Food processor
Measuring spoons
Baking tray
Instructions
1
De-stone the medjool dates and add to a food processor and blitz for a few seconds until chopped.
2
Then add the maple syrup, cool espresso and almond butter. Blitz until well combined.
3
In a mixing bowl combine the porridge oats, ground almonds, desiccated coconut, chia seeds and cocoa powder.
4
Add the date mixture to the bowl and mix together until well combined and a sticky dough has formed.
5
To make the energy balls, dampen your hands in a bowl of water and roll about a tablespoon of the mixture between your palms to form a bite-size ball. Repeat until all the mixture is gone.
6
Pour the cacao nibs and cocoa powder into separate bowls and coat each of the balls in the topping of your choice.
7
For best results, chill in the fridge for about an hour before eating, if you can wait that long! Store in the fridge or freezer, ready for a healthy treat whenever you fancy.
