SUPERFOOD ENERGY BALLS

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These energy balls are a spinoff of my superfood granola bars, brought to you in bite-size form. They're the perfect summer snack to tuck into your bag whenever you need a little fuel, whether that's on a hike or simply lounging by the pool.

Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield about 24 balls

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup almonds, raw or toasted
1/2 cup walnuts, raw or toasted
1/4 cup pepitas, raw or toasted
1 tablespoon maca powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Sea salt
10 Medjool dates, pitted
1/4 cup almond butter, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Place the almonds, walnuts and pepitas in a food processor and process until only small pieces remain. Add in the maca powder, chia seeds and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and grind to a coarse consistency.
  • Add in the dates and continue to pulse 10 to 15 times until broken down. Add in the almond butter and pulse until a dough forms. (You should be able to pinch the dough between your fingers. If it's too crumbly, add it in a bit more almond butter.)
  • Place the dough in the fridge to firm up, 10 minutes. Pinch off about 1 tablespoon dough and roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough. Place in the fridge to firm up for another 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78, Fat 3.8 grams, Sodium 49 milligrams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 8 grams

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