Description
These Double Chocolate Energy Balls are a delicious and nutritious snack made with oats, dates, cocoa powder, and nut butter. Packed with natural sweetness and rich chocolate flavor, they provide a perfect energy boost for any time of the day. Easy to prepare and no baking required, these bite-sized treats are great for a quick snack or a healthy dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- â…“ cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
Instructions
- Make sticky paste: In a food processor, blend the pitted dates and nut butter together until a sticky, smooth paste forms, which will help bind the ingredients.
- Combine dry ingredients: Add the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and chia seeds to the processor with the date-nut butter mixture and pulse until everything is well combined into a thick dough.
- Add chocolate chips: Stir in the mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate by hand or pulse the mixture briefly to evenly distribute them without breaking them down.
- Shape the balls: Scoop the mixture using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands, pressing firmly so they hold together.
- Chill and set: Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for the best texture and natural sweetness.
- You can substitute nut butter with seed butter for a nut-free option.
- Store energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- For a nuttier taste, toast the oats lightly before using.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired.
