Unsweetened Almond Butter Energy Balls
These simple energy balls are packed with healthy fats and fiber, making them a perfect grab-and-go snack. Made with unsweetened almond butter, oats, and chia seeds, they provide sustained energy without added sugar. They are quick to prepare and require no baking.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 12
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 141 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, and nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 1.5 cuprolled oats, gluten-free if desired
- 0.75 cupunsweetened almond butter
- 2 tbspchia seed
- 0.5 tspcinnamon
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 2 tbspwater
- 1 pinchsalt
Equipment
plate · measuring cups · parchment paper · measuring spoons · spoon · large mixing bowl
The method
Step by step
- 1
Combine the rolled oats, unsweetened almond butter, chia seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, water, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the almond butter is well-stirred in its jar before measuring, as natural almond butter can separate.
- 2
Mix all ingredients thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until a cohesive dough forms. It should be sticky enough to hold together.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: If the mixture is too dry, add a tiny bit more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- 3
Roll the mixture into approximately 12 uniform balls, about 1-inch in diameter.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Lightly moisten your hands with water if the mixture is too sticky to roll easily.
- 4
Place the energy balls on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
About 1 min
- 5
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: Chilling helps the balls hold their shape better and enhances their texture.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 140.6kcal
- Protein
- 4.8g
- Carbs
- 10g
- Fat
- 9.7g
- Fibre
- 3.2g
- Sugar
- 0.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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