Oatmeal Energy Balls

SERVINGS: 12 | PREP: 10 MINS | COOK: 0 MINS

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup almond butter

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

• 3 tablespoons maple syrup

• 1/3 cup pitted dates, finely chopped

• 3 tablespoons chia seeds

• 1/2 cup oats

• 1/4 cup Lilly’s dark chocolate chips, or other dairy-free chocolate

• 1/3 cup almonds, chopped or slivered

• Pinch of sea salt

METHOD

1. Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Using your hands, a silicone spatula or large spoon, mix well until the mixture begins sticking together.

2. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to scoop the mixture and roll into balls with your hands. Repeat until all of the mixture is used, making a total of 24 balls. Refrigerate until set. Enjoy!

NOTES

• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days.

• One serving is two energy balls.

• Add cinnamon or vanilla extract for more flavor.

• For nut-free, use sunflower seed butter and sunflower seeds instead of almond butter and almonds.

• Dairy free and gluten free.