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    Published: Aug 31, 2020 · Modified: Jul 17, 2023 by Georgia Papas

    Power Balls (Salted Almond). Simple & Tasty!

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    There are a million recipes for power balls out there, and I've experimented with MANY. After a lot of trial and error, I have finally landed with this one. Its REAL simple, and the BEST tasting energy balls I've had so far!

    power ball salted almond

    Smooth, salty, & buttery.... this is the only power ball recipe you will ever need!

    Ingredients

    All you need for these power balls is almond flour, Medjool dates, raw almonds, high quality salt, vanilla extract & desiccated coconut. The use of almond meal gives these a smooth texture, perfectly combined with the crunch of the raw almonds. Salty, buttery and guilt free! I recommend using exactly the ingredients listed.

    I like to keep all of these ingredients in the pantry, so I can whip these up any time. With a food processor and (probably less than) 10 minutes of your time, you will have healthy snacks ready for the week!

    Use a tablespoon measurer to get each ball the same size. I have used a 1.5 tablespoon measuring spoon, and it makes 12 large protein balls. Wet your hands a little bit to stop the mixture sticking to your hands as you roll. 

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    Power Balls For Energy! Not Just a Snack

    Not only are these power balls great for a quick snack on any occasion, but they are also great first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, before exercise. It can be tricky waking up early to go for an intense workout (running, cycling), knowing that you will need some energy, but can't exactly stomach food.

    If that's you, try having one or two of these! The dates are gentle on an empty stomach, and are known to help digestion. The dates high sugar content will give you a burst of energy, whilst the protein & fat content in the almonds will help keep you full and satisfied. These are my go to "breakfast" before cycling in the mornings, and my go to snack in the afternoons before climbing

    You can read more about eating dates before a workout here, and here

    Power balls salted almond

    Nutrition

    Per ball (total 12):

    (You may have noticed there are only 11 balls in all my photos....yes I made one and ate it first!! Haha)

    • Calories: 155
    • Carbs: 19.5g
    • Fat: 7.6g
    • Protein: 3.3g
    power ball salted almond

    Power Balls - Salted Almond

    Quick, simple and no baking required! These power balls are perfect for that quick burst of energy right before exercise, or even just for a snack
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
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    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine No Bake, Vegan
    Servings 12 large balls
    Calories 155 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup almond meal
    • 12 Medjool dates pitted
    • ⅓ cup raw almonds
    • ¾ teaspoon fine pink salt or any other high quality salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 to 2 tablespoon of water if the mix is a little bit dry

    For Dusting

    • ¼ cup dessicated coconut

    Instructions
     

    • Add almond meal, Medjool dates (ensure pitted), raw almonds, salt and vanilla extract to the food processor
    • Pulse until all ingredients are blended. Continue pulsing until the mixture starts clumping together like cookie dough. Slowly add water, 1 tablespoon at a time if the mixture is dry. Do this whilst the mixture is pulsing
    • Use a spoon to measure each ball size evenly. Roll into a ball shape with your hands (lightly wet your hands to stop the mixture sticking)
    • Pour dessicated coconut into a bowl. Dust each ball in the desciated coconut until covered.

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge. These will last a long time in your fridge. You can also try freezing them. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 155kcal
    Keyword Almond Energy Balls, Power Balls, Vegan Energy Balls, Vegan Protein Snack
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