No Bake Pecan Pie Energy Balls
Indulge in these delicious and nutritious No Bake Pecan Pie Energy Balls that mimic the rich flavor of pecan pie while providing healthy energy boosts.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans Use roughly chopped pecans
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted Ensure dates are soft and fresh
- 1/4 cup almond butter Can substitute with other nut butters
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup coconut flour Optional for texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by ensuring all your dates are pitted and your pecans are roughly chopped.
- In a food processor, combine the pecans and dates. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Next, incorporate the almond butter, vanilla extract, sea salt, cinnamon, and optional coconut flour. Pulse until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Once the mixture is in a sticky mass, use your hands to form small balls, about an inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, serve these No Bake Pecan Pie Energy Balls as a delicious snack or energy boost throughout your day.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different nut butters or nuts. These energy balls are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar-free. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.