Top 3 Energy Balls Recipes You Need To Try

Do you have a busy schedule, always on-the-go, want a snack that is quick and easy to make, healthy but also delicious? Then these energy balls are the perfect snack for you!

Energy balls are easy to make as they only need a few simple ingredients, are packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats, and require no baking! Just take a few minutes to blend the ingredients together, mould them into balls and place them in the fridge or freezer. So simple!

So what are you waiting for? You need to try our top 3 energy balls recipes in this blog - they’re vegan and so tasty and healthy! Perfect to share with your loved ones or to have to yourself (they’re that good it will be hard to share!) 

 

Cacao Energy Balls

These Cacao Energy Balls are just what you need if you’re craving something sweet, but that is still healthy and vegan! 

Cacao is the unprocessed, raw version of cocoa - making them better for your health. Packed with goodness and topped with a layering of cacao powder, these energy balls are impeccable.

Make these energy balls to snack on at home, while out or to have as a dessert at a party - it will be a favourite among all your guests! 

Ingredients:

• 12 medjool dates
• 4 tbsp tahini
• 100g cacao butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 50 ml water
• Cacao powder (optional)
• A bit of salt

Instructions:
Blend all the ingredients (except the cacao powder), and roll into a ball shape. Spread on top cacao powder and leave them in the fridge or freezer.

Beetroot Kinder Energy Balls

Give yourself a healthy treat with these Beetroot Kinder Energy Balls - they are the perfect snack to take to work, university, etc. The hazelnut cream gives it a very similar taste to kinder, and they are delicious, vegan and gluten free! 

These balls give you a lot of energy, contain healthy fats, protein, carbohydrates and fiber. They are great for those who crave something sweet; since you will be consuming 100% natural sugars necessary for your body, in a delicious way!

Ingredients:

• 5-6 medjool dates 
• 2 tbsp cacao powder
• 2 tbsp beetroot powder
• 2 tbsp 100% natural hazelnut butter
• 5 raw hazelnuts
• 4 raw walnuts 

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, add all ingredients except one tbsp of beetroot powder. Blend until you get a sticky dough
2. Roll into a ball shape
3. Spread on top 1 tbsp of beetroot powder and leave them in the fridge for at least 2 hours before eating

GF Vegan Snickers Protein Energy Balls

These GF Vegan Snickers Protein Energy Balls are so healthy and easy to make - the perfect Summer snack or after-workout treat to boost your energy levels and satisfy your sweet-tooth cravings.

You need to try them now! 

Ingredients:

• 100g raw almonds
• 50g peanuts
• 1/4 cup of coconut flakes
• 1/3 cup of peanut butter
• 2 tbsp of salted caramel plant based protein
• 1 tbsp of agave/maple syrup
• 8 medjool dates

Instructions:

1. Blend in a food processor or blender for 1-2 minutes. 
2. Make the ball shape, top with dark chocolate and place it in the fridge for 1 hour.

And don’t forget to serve up your Energy Balls in your favourite GiveMeCocos Coconut Bowl! It will make them look even better, and will take you away to a tropical paradise!