Description
Cranberry Coconut Energy Balls are the perfect blend of tart and sweet, providing a delightful chewy texture that makes them an ideal snack for any time of day. Packed with wholesome ingredients like bright cranberries, tropical coconut, and creamy nut butter, these energy balls are not only delicious but also nutritious. They offer a quick boost of energy, making them perfect for busy mornings, post-workout recovery, or midday cravings. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, they are customizable to suit your taste and can be made ahead for convenient snacking throughout the week. Kids will love them too!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup nut butter (almond or cashew)
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend pitted dates and nut butter until smooth and sticky.
- Add dried cranberries, rolled oats, shredded coconut, and chia seeds; pulse until combined into a dough-like consistency.
- Scoop out portions and roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- (Optional) Roll the formed balls in extra shredded coconut for added texture.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg