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Energy Balls/Bars: 5 Best Recipes for a Boost of Energy

Energy balls/bars
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Ingredients

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Classic Peanut Butter Energy Balls

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds

Chocolate Almond Protein Bars

  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds

Matcha Green Tea Energy Balls

  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1/2 cup pitted dates
  • 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Tropical Coconut Bars

  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup dried pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls

  • 1 cup canned pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and chia seeds.
  2. Scoop 1 tbsp portions and roll into balls.
  3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Mix almond butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Stir in cocoa powder, protein powder, and chopped almonds.
  6. Press mixture into a lined dish and refrigerate for 1 hour. Cut into bars.
  7. Blend cashews, dates, matcha, coconut oil, and maple syrup in a food processor.
  8. Roll into balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  9. Mix shredded coconut, pineapple, coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract.
  10. Press into a lined dish and refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars.
  11. Mix canned pumpkin, almond flour, maple syrup, oats, pumpkin spice, and pecans.
  12. Scoop and roll into balls. Chill for 30 minutes.

Notes

Ingredient Swaps:

  • Use sunflower seed butter for nut-free version.
  • Replace honey with agave nectar or maple syrup for vegan option.
  • Add protein powder for extra protein boost.

Storage Tips:

  • Store refrigerated for up to 1 week; freeze for up to 3 months.

Flavor Enhancements:

  • Roast nuts for deeper flavor.
  • Add rice crisps or chopped nuts for crunch.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon or cayenne for variety.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Pair with almond milk, green tea, or protein smoothies.
  • Serve with fresh fruit or Greek yogurt.
  • Garnish with shredded coconut, cacao nibs, or chocolate drizzle.

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