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Peanut Butter & Jelly Energy Balls in a brown bowl
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Energy Balls

Sweet and packed with only good-for-you ingredients, they're the perfect healthy snack!
Vegan, Gluten-Free
Prep Time15 minutes
Servings: 12 units
Author: Rachel

Equipment

Ingredients

  • About 20 units (200-300g) Medjool dates
  • 1 cup rolled oats regular or GF
  • 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
  • 3 Tablespoons jam or jelly
  • 1-2 Tablespoons water if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Pit the dates and soak them in hot water for 10 minutes. (If the dates are super soft and juicy, then you can probably skip this step.) Drain.
  • Add the dates, oats, peanut butter, and jelly to a food processor. Blend all ingredients well until they form a sticky dough. If it’s too dry and not coming together, add a splash of water and process again.
  • With wet hands, carefully scoop out approximately 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll small balls.
  • Roll them in shredded coconut or sesame seeds, and keep in the refrigerator.
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Notes

Customize your energy balls with a variety of mix-ins like:
    • Other nut butters
    • Natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
    • Enhance the flavor with ingredients like vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.
    • Dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, apricots), chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or even coffee grounds for a caffeine kick.
    • Toppings: Roll your energy balls in coatings like cocoa powder or crushed nuts.