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Healthy Chickpea Energy Balls


  • Author: patrick
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delicious and nutritious energy balls made with chickpeas, dates, and cacao, perfect for a healthy snack or pre-workout boost.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chickpeas (canned/cooked)
  • ¾ cup regular pitted dates
  • 2 tbsp raw cacao powder
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 pinch salt (optional)
  • 4 tbsp shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend for about a minute until a thick, uniform dough forms.
  2. Shape the Balls: Roll about one full teaspoon of the mixture into a ball and continue until no mixture remains.
  3. Add Coconut (Optional): Roll each ball in shredded coconut for an extra layer of flavor if desired.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Allow to thaw before enjoying.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 2.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: energy balls, healthy snacks, vegan snacks, chickpea recipes, no-bake snacks