Cranberry - Almond Energy Balls
Energy balls are a great way to get a nutritious and delicious snack that will help you stay energized throughout the day. This recipe is packed with healthy ingredients, such as almonds, dates, cranberries, oats, tahini, lemon juice, and maple syrup.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup raw whole almonds
- ½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
- ¼ cup pitted dates
- ¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Add almonds, cranberries and dates to a large food processor; process on High until the ingredients are broken into smaller pieces, 10 to 15 seconds.
- Add oats, tahini, lemon juice and maple syrup.
- Continue processing until a thick paste forms, 40 to 60 seconds.
- With your hands, roll the mixture into 25 balls, about 1 tablespoon per ball.
Notes
People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use oats that are labeled "gluten-free," as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley.