Almond and Cranberry Energy Balls
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These energy balls are naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and studded with dried cranberries and almonds. The dates blend into a sticky paste that holds everything together without any added sugar, honey, or baking. Each ball is just 59 calories, making them a perfectly portioned snack that you can eat one or two at a time without overdoing it.
Natural Energy from Whole Ingredients
Medjool dates are one of nature's best natural energy sources. They are high in natural sugars, potassium, and magnesium, which are electrolytes that runners lose through sweat. The almonds and almond butter contribute healthy monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, while the oats provide slow-releasing carbohydrates. Together, these ingredients create a snack that provides both quick and sustained energy.
Texture Tips
The consistency of the mixture depends on how well you process the dates in the first step. They need to form a smooth, sticky paste before you add the other ingredients. If the dates are not soft enough, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes first and drain before processing. Wet your hands when rolling to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms.
These store in the fridge for up to two weeks and freeze for three months. They are a great option to keep at your desk, in your gym bag, or in the car for whenever hunger strikes between meals.
Almond and Cranberry Energy Balls
A simple 5-ingredient almond and cranberry energy balls from the RunBuzz recipe collection.
1Ingredients
2Instructions
- 1
Place the dates in a food processor and blitz until a smooth paste forms. Add the rolled oats, dried cranberries, almonds and almond butter and pulse until well combined.
- 2
Using slightly wet hands, roll tablespoonfuls of the mixture into balls. Place in the fridge for 1 hour to set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.