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Blueberry Energy Balls Recipe

Blueberry Energy Balls Recipe for Healthy Snacking Bliss

This Blueberry Energy Balls recipe is a quick and nutritious snack, ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for busy lifestyles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats The heart of these energy balls, providing fiber for sustained energy.
  • 1 cup Dried Blueberries Impart natural sweetness and antioxidants; can be swapped with cranberries or raisins.
  • 1 cup Almond Butter Adds healthy fats and serves as a binding agent; can substitute with any nut or seed butter.
For Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Sweetens the mixture and enhances flavor.
For Binding and Nutrition
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Adds protein and helps bind the ingredients; can omit for smoother texture.
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Optional boost for protein content; skip for lower calories.
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor profile.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances all the flavors.
For Texture (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut Adds texture and subtle flavor.

Equipment

  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by adding the rolled oats to a food processor. Pulse them 5–6 times until they are roughly chopped.
  2. Next, add the dried blueberries, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and chia seeds into the food processor. Pulse until it starts to clump together.
  3. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, measure out 1 tablespoon portions and roll into balls.
  4. Place the formed energy balls onto a parchment-lined plate and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  5. Once chilled, transfer the energy balls to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients for better binding. You can mix in spices or other dried fruits for variation.

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