Description
Zesty lemon turmeric energy balls offer a nutritious snack packed with wholesome ingredients. Bright Mediterranean flavors combine for a quick, healthy treat you can enjoy between meals or as a natural energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted and soaked in hot water
- 1 cup (240 ml) gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (60 g) almonds
- 1/2 cup (40 g) shredded coconut (for dusting)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Pit and soften dates by immersing them in hot water for 3-5 minutes until tender, then drain while reserving the liquid.
- Transfer softened dates to a food processor and incorporate remaining ingredients, creating a cohesive mixture. Add reserved date water if the consistency appears too dry.
- Use a small spoon to portion the mixture, then gently roll into uniform spherical shapes with clean hands.
- Carefully coat each energy ball by rolling them through shredded coconut, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Arrange coconut-dusted balls on a clean baking sheet or flat surface, maintaining slight separation between them.
- Refrigerate energy balls in a sealed container to maintain freshness. These protein-packed treats will remain appetizing for 14 days in the refrigerator or can be frozen for up to 90 days.
Notes
- Customize date softness by adjusting soaking time, which impacts texture and blending consistency.
- Experiment with alternative coatings like crushed nuts or chia seeds for varied nutrition and crunch.
- Swap dates with prunes or dried figs for different flavor profiles and dietary accommodations.
- Consider using unsweetened coconut flakes to reduce overall sugar content and enhance nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg