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Oat and Nut Energy Bites

By Jigna
These energy balls are easy to prepare, and they are sweet, nutty, and absolutely delicious.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snack
Diet Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings 24 Small Balls

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups dates pitted ((Approximately 14 Medjool dates))
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts ((Or chia seeds))
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup crushed walnuts to roll the balls ((Optional))

Instructions
 

  • Heat a frying pan, add oats, and dry roast them on medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from the pan and set aside to cool.
  • In the same pan, add walnuts and dry roast on medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from the pan and set aside to cool.
  • Once oats and walnuts are cooled, add them into a food processor attached with an S-shaped blade.
  • Grind the oats and walnuts until they are coarsely ground.
  • If you like smooth energy balls without crunch, grind the oats and nuts until they turn into almost like a powder consistency.
  • Add dates, cocoa powder, maple syrup, hemp hearts, and sea salt.
  • Process until everything is well combined, stick together, and becomes almost like a dough.
  • If it is not coming together or is a little dry, add one or two tablespoon of water.
  • Scoop the dough with your hand, a tablespoon or a small ice cream scoop, and form it into small balls using your hands.
  • If it is too sticky and hard to form balls, lightly grease your palm with coconut oil or any other neutral oil.
  • Roll each ball into crushed walnuts (optional) for extra crunch.
  • Enjoy the oat and nut energy balls right away or store them into an airtight container and place them in the fridge for up to two weeks and in the freezer for up to a month.

Notes

  1. Dates: Medjool dates are my favorite. They are more naturally sweetened than other varieties. Also, they are large, juicy, and very soft. But you can use your favorite dates.
  2. For Hard/Dry Dates: Soak hard or dry dates in warm water for at least 15-20 minutes. And drain them well before using them in the recipe.
  3. Toasting The Oats and Walnuts: Lightly toasted oats and walnuts are more flavorful than raw. If you like the raw taste, you can skip the step. However, I will highly recommend toasting oats and walnuts.
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