Walnut & Pecan Energy Balls
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 12 balls
Calories: 162 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup Rich Nuts Sprouted Walnuts-Cinnamon Crunch ground
- 1/2 cup Rich Nuts Sprouted Pecans-Maple ground
- 10 soft Medjool dates pitted
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp. raw cacao powder
- 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. Redmond Real Salt Sea Salt
- 1 Tbsp. water
- 1-1/2 Tbsp. coconut oil
Coating
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
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In bowl of food processor, combine almond flour with ground walnuts and pecans. Pulse several times to mix evenly.
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Add dates, vanilla, cacao, cinnamon and salt.
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Process until mixture forms sticky dough that holds together when pressed. If too dry add 1 more date or 1 teaspoon warm water. If too sticky add 1-2 tablespoons almond flour.
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In small bowl, add shredded coconut.
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Scoop about 1 tablespoon mixture and roll into ball. Roll in shredded coconut until fully covered. Place in container.
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Refrigerate 15-30 minutes to firm up.
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Store in refrigerator up to 1 week. Freeze up to 3 months.
Recipe Notes
Variations:
• Add a scoop of Ancient Nutrition Collagen powder or Truvani Plant Protein for more protein, if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Walnut & Pecan Energy Balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Sodium 41mg2%
Potassium 195mg6%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 33IU1%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 32mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.