Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Vegetarian
SERVES 12 (24 BALLS)
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES, PLUS 1 HOUR TO SET
Having a quick, easy breakfast or snack on hand makes eating healthy easier. These no-bake energy balls are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to support the immune system and gut microbiome. They are perfect for busy mornings and are balanced with dried fruit, nuts, and rich tahini.
1½ cups dried apricots
1 cup unsalted cashews
¾ cup rolled oats
½ cup finely shredded, unsweetened coconut
5 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons honey
¾ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt
Bioactive ingredients:
apricot, cashew, oats, tahini, ginger
1.
Put the apricots, cashews, oats, and coconut in a food processor. Pulse about 20 times, or until the nuts and apricots are finely chopped and crumbly.
2.
Add the tahini, honey, ginger, and salt. Process on high speed for 1 minute, or until the mixture sticks together and starts to
form a ball.
3.
Using your clean hands, shape 1 tablespoon of the dough into a bite-size ball. Repeat until all of the dough has been used.
4.
Place the balls in a storage container, cover, and refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until the balls have set. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Per Serving:
Calories: 195; Total fat: 10g; Saturated fat: 3g; Protein: 5g; Total carbohydrates: 24g; Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 12g; Cholesterol: 0g
VARIATION:
You can swap out the dried apricots for the same portion of unsweetened dried cherries or blueberries. If your cashews are salted, eliminate the ⅛ teaspoon salt. Make this recipe vegan by using maple syrup or agave instead of honey.