{"id":45622,"date":"2022-08-10T05:47:15","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T05:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=45622"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"energy-balls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy Balls: The Best Ingredients To Beat The Midday Energy Slump"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Are_Energy_Balls_Good_For_You\" >Are Energy Balls Good For You?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Which_Ingredients_Should_Be_In_Your_Energy_Balls_Recipe\" >Which Ingredients Should Be In Your Energy Balls Recipe?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredient_1_Whole_Grains\" >Ingredient 1: Whole Grains\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredient_2_Nuts_Seeds\" >Ingredient 2: Nuts &amp; Seeds\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredient_3_Dried_Fruit_And_Other_Sweeteners\" >Ingredient 3: Dried Fruit And Other Sweeteners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredient_4_Superfoods\" >Ingredient 4: Superfoods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Energy_Balls_Recipes\" >Energy Balls Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Oatmeal_Energy_Balls_6\" >Oatmeal Energy Balls (6)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Instructions\" >Instructions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Vegan_No_Bake_Energy_Balls_3\" >Vegan No Bake Energy Balls (3)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Instructions-2\" >Instructions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Tips_For_Making_Energy_Balls\" >Tips For Making Energy Balls<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Keep_It_Simple\" >Keep It Simple\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Use_Time-Saving_Techniques\" >Use Time-Saving Techniques\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Make_Ahead_And_Store\" >Make Ahead And Store\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/energy-balls\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You start your day off bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, ready to check off every item on your to-do list. However, somewhere along the way, usually around 2:00 or 3:00 p.m., you hit a wall. You feel your energy start to dip and all you can think about is crawling into bed for a much-needed nap.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you reach for that second cup of coffee or resort to downing an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-dips-recipes\/\">energy drink<\/a>, try one of these healthy snacks instead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy balls are a common, quick, and easy snack that can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer for when those afternoon energy slumps hit. Moreover, the best part about energy balls is that they can be easily customized to your liking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, we&#8217;ll show you all the nutritious, energy-boosting ingredients you can use to make your own energy balls, so you can have a healthy snack on hand whenever you need it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Energy_Balls_Good_For_You\"><\/span><b>Are Energy Balls Good For You?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, energy balls are good for you! They&#8217;re a healthy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-breakfast-casserole\/\">snack option<\/a> that&#8217;s packed with <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-hamburger-recipes\/\">nutrients<\/a> and can give you the energy you need to power through your day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about it as a replacement for unhealthy snacks like candy bars or chips\u2013 energy balls are a much better choice! In fact, with the right ingredients, you can make them low-calorie so you&#8217;re not overindulging, and you&#8217;ll also be getting a good amount of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Ingredients_Should_Be_In_Your_Energy_Balls_Recipe\"><\/span><b>Which Ingredients Should Be In Your Energy Balls Recipe?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you think about it, all food is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-pasta-recipe\/\">energy<\/a> \u2013 that&#8217;s how our bodies are able to function. We convert the food we eat into energy that our cells can use to power our bodies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, not all foods are equal. Some will give you a quick energy boost only to have you crashing a few hours later (white flour, sugar, ultra processed foods, etc.). Meanwhile, others will give you sustained energy throughout the day without the highs and lows (complex carbs, healthy fats, protein, etc.).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best ingredients for energy balls are those that will give you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-cauliflower-recipes\/\">long-lasting energy<\/a>. They are also filling, so a little goes a long way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44368 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560-1024x576.png\" alt=\"energy balls\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207560.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredient_1_Whole_Grains\"><\/span><b>Ingredient 1: Whole Grains\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These grains are referred to as &#8220;whole&#8221; because they contain all three parts of the grain kernel\u2014 the bran, germ, and endosperm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bran is the hard, outer layer that&#8217;s rich in fiber. The germ is the vitamin and mineral-packed part that contains healthy fats, antioxidants, and protein. Lastly, the endosperm is the starchy part that provides carbohydrates for energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/what-should-you-eat\/whole-grains\/#:~:text=Replacing%20refined%20grains%20with%20whole,food%2C%20preventing%20blood%20sugar%20spikes.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a grain is refined, the bran and germ are removed, leaving only the endosperm. This process strips the grain of its fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. So, when you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-bread-recipe\/\">eat refined<\/a> grains, you&#8217;re not getting all the health benefits that whole grains have to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains will give you sustained energy because they&#8217;re complex carbohydrates. This means they take longer for your body to digest, so the energy is released slowly and steadily into your bloodstream.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best whole grains to use in energy balls are oats\u2013 because they don&#8217;t require cooking and are packed with fiber\u2013 or quinoa and brown rice, which are both gluten-free and have a high protein content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-stuffed-mushrooms\/\">Keto Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe (Insanely Delicious Appetizers)<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredient_2_Nuts_Seeds\"><\/span><b>Ingredient 2: Nuts &amp; Seeds\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds contain healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making them another <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sushi-bowl-recipe\/\">great ingredient<\/a> for energy balls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary type of fat found in nuts and seeds is known as unsaturated fat. This is the &#8220;good&#8221; kind of fat that can help improve cholesterol levels and reduce your risk of heart disease when you eat more of it than saturated fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5001225\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds are also good sources of plant-based protein. Furthermore, like whole grains, they contain fiber which helps keep you feeling full and provides sustained energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best nuts and seeds to use in energy balls are almonds, pistachios, cashews, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and flaxseeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38981 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5310-1024x577.png\" alt=\"energy balls\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5310.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5310-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5310.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5310.png 1229w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredient_3_Dried_Fruit_And_Other_Sweeteners\"><\/span><b>Ingredient 3: Dried Fruit And Other Sweeteners<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dried fruit is a great way to add sweetness to energy balls without using processed sugar. Plus, it&#8217;s a good source of fiber and vitamins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, dried fruit can be high in natural sugar, so it&#8217;s important to choose wisely. The best dried fruits to use in energy balls are the ones that don\u2019t have any extra added sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other sweeteners that you can use in energy balls include pure maple syrup, honey, and dates. These natural sweeteners will also add some sweetness without using processed sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredient_4_Superfoods\"><\/span><b>Ingredient 4: Superfoods\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Superfoods are foods that are especially rich in nutrients and offer health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best superfoods to use in energy balls are dark chocolate, matcha powder, turmeric, and goji berries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These ingredients will not only give you sustained energy, but they&#8217;ll provide added health benefits as well:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dark Chocolate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This ingredient contains antioxidants that may help improve heart health and cognitive function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/food-features\/dark-chocolate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Matcha Powder<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is a type of green tea that&#8217;s rich in antioxidants and catechins which have been shown to boost metabolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796401\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Turmeric<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This spice contains curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound that fights inflammation which has been linked to various diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer&#8217;s disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5664031\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Goji Berries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: These berries are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, iron, and fiber. They&#8217;re also thought to have anti-aging properties (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8868247\/#:~:text=Goji%20berries%20exert%20various%20biological,41%5D%20(Figure%201).\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Energy_Balls_Recipes\"><\/span><b>Energy Balls Recipes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are a few recipes for energy balls that you can make at home:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38979 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5312-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5312.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5312-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5312.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5312.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oatmeal_Energy_Balls_6\"><\/span><b>Oatmeal Energy Balls (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gimmesomeoven.com\/no-bake-energy-bites\/\"><b>6<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oats make the base of these <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/energy-bars-recipe\/\">energy balls<\/a> and are combined with peanut butter, chocolate chips, flaxseed, and honey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup old-fashioned oats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 cup toasted shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup creamy peanut butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup ground flaxseed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (or vegan chocolate chips)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/3 cup honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span><b>Instructions:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix until everything is well combined.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the mixture is chilled, use a spoon or your hands to roll it into balls.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roll the balls in additional shredded coconut, if desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is courtesy of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gimmesomeoven.com\/no-bake-energy-bites\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gimmesomeoven.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegan_No_Bake_Energy_Balls_3\"><\/span><b>Vegan No Bake Energy Balls (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/energy-balls\/\"><b>3<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made with dairy-free chocolate chips and gluten-free oat flour, these energy balls are perfect for those with food allergies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 1\/2 cups oat flour<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup walnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/3 cup well-stirred creamy natural almond butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 soft Medjool dates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tablespoons water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 teaspoon sea salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup mini chocolate chips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions-2\"><\/span><b>Instructions:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a food processor, combine the oat flour, walnuts, almond butter, dates, vanilla extract, water, and salt. Pulse until the mixture becomes crumbly and the dates are finely chopped.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the chocolate chips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a cookie scoop or hands to form the mixture into balls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is courtesy of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/energy-balls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loveandlemons.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/asparagus-recipes-vegetarian\/\">The Best Vegetarian Asparagus Recipes For When You\u2019re In The Mood For A Hearty Meal<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38975 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5511-1024x576.png\" alt=\"energy balls\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5511.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5511-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5511.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5511.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Making_Energy_Balls\"><\/span><b>Tips For Making Energy Balls<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips to help you make the perfect energy balls:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_It_Simple\"><\/span><b>Keep It Simple\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The idea behind energy balls is that they&#8217;re a quick and easy snack. So, don&#8217;t overcomplicate the recipe. Choose a few simple ingredients that you know you&#8217;ll enjoy and that will give you sustained energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Time-Saving_Techniques\"><\/span><b>Use Time-Saving Techniques\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make energy balls even easier to make, use time-saving techniques like using a food processor to chop the nuts and seeds or using pre-packaged dried fruit that doesn&#8217;t need to be chopped.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No bake recipes are helpful as they don&#8217;t require any cooking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Energy_Balls\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38957 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5124-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5124.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5124-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5124.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5124.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Ahead_And_Store\"><\/span><b>Make Ahead And Store\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the great things about energy balls is that they can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer. This way, you always have a healthy snack on hand when you need it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To store, place the energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy balls are a healthy and convenient snack that you can make at home with just a few simple ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best ingredients for energy balls are whole grains, nuts and seeds, dried fruit, and superfoods. These ingredients will provide sustained energy and added nutritional benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When making energy balls, keep it simple and use time-saving techniques like using a food processor or pre-packaged ingredients. 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However, somewhere along the way, usually around 2:00 or 3:00 p.m., you hit a wall. You feel your energy start to dip and all you can think about is crawling into bed for a much-needed nap.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you reach for that second cup of coffee or resort to downing an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-dips-recipes\/\">energy drink<\/a>, try one of these healthy snacks instead.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy balls are a common, quick, and easy snack that can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer for when those afternoon energy slumps hit. 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