These 3 healthy recipes for energy balls are an easy snack that can be made in bulk for when you need something to munch on at home, in the car, or when you need a quick boost of energy. They’re also a great snack to grab on-the-go if you’re in a hurry and need something to hold you over for a few hours.
This post has 3 handpicked healthy recipes for energy balls for a people on the go. These recipes are budget-friendly and can be whipped up in 15 minutes or less. I’ve made them all for years, but I must say that I use the carrot cake one the most regularly!
Carrot Cake Energy Balls Recipe
Energy balls done well, are basically a power food. They contain healthy essential ingredients that can help increase your energy level and jeep it going at a steady pace throughout the day.
This recipe contains medjool dates for sweetness and texture, cinnamon for that authentic carrot cake taste, and of course lots of carrots. All of which provide you with essential nutrition for the day or night ahead.
It’s an awesome recipe because these bites really do taste like carrot cake, without all the fake stuff.
In all transparency, this recipe originally came from Carly Paige at fitlivingeats.com, and I can’t thank her enough. I’ve been making these delicious energy balls for over a year now, and I’m never going back to old carrot cake ever again.
My partner is a very healthy human (he doesn’t spend his Sundays gorging on Pringles, like I do). He loves these bites.
Ingredients for Carrot Cake Energy Balls
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes.
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium-sized carrots)
Coconut Oil Energy Balls Recipe
This coconut oil energy ball recipe is easy and delicious! It’s packed with health benefits, antioxidants and probiotics which will boost your immune system. As always it’s allergy friendly and vegan too! These coconut oil balls are also gluten free so everyone can enjoy them.
Ingredients for Coconut Oil Energy Balls:
2/3 cup almond butter
1/2 cup shredded, unsweetened coconut
6 medjool dates, pitted
1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil (solidified)
1 1/2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground finely with a coffee grinder or blender.
Other ingredients you can add to make the energy balls sweeter: vanilla extract, honey or agave nectar. You can also try adding more shredded coconut if you want them to be even sweeter. You can also try adding in some protein powder or wheat germ to boost the protein content. Substitute the medjool dates with regular pitted dates if they’re not available.
How to make Coconut Oil Energy Balls
In a food processor combine the dates, coconut oil and flax seeds. Blend until creamy and you have a flour like texture. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl combine the almond butter, shredded coconut, salt and protein powder. Mix well then add the date-coconut mixture and mix together. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on an oiled tray or in an airtight container. (You can also use a silicone muffin tray).
VARIATIONS: Instead of coconut oil you can substitute with extra virgin olive oil or even avocado oil (for nutritional benefits).
Hemp Energy Balls Recipe
These hemp energy balls are full of healthy fats, protein and fiber making them the perfect snack to get you through the day. They are vegan and gluten-free, so they’re a great option for anyone. They’re also an incredibly powerful recipe that will enhance your immune system.
Ingredients for hemp energy balls
- 2 teaspoons ground flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons hemp protein powder
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil, melted (this is optional)
- 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped (about 1 ounce) (makes ~3 cups) [this is optional but highly recommended] [article background information: Dates are a fruit and don’t contain gluten or wheat. They are widely eaten all over the world. In Mediterranean countries they are often soaked in water overnight to get rid of the bitterness.
