Oats and Flaxseeds Energy Balls | Zero Sugar Healthy Snack Recipe
OATS AND FLAXSEEDS ENERGY BALLS! This easy recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy energy boost. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, flaxseeds, and dates, these energy balls are completely ZERO SUGAR and super simple to make at home.
OATS are full of fiber and help keep you full for longer, while FLAXSEEDS provide a great source of omega-3 fats, which are good for your heart and brain. DATES add natural sweetness, making this snack both delicious and healthy. With no added sugar, this is a guilt-free option you can enjoy anytime.
These OATS AND FLAXSEEDS ENERGY BALLS are perfect as a POST-WORKOUT snack or a quick bite in between meals. Just blend the ingredients, roll them into balls, and refrigerate for a firm texture. You can store them in the fridge for up to a week.
Detailed recipe
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Instructions
- Grind the Oats and Flaxseeds: In a blender, take 1/2 cup rolled oats and 1/8 cup flaxseeds, and grind them coarsely.
- Add Dates and Flavorings: Add 8 pitted dates, a small piece of cinnamon, 1/8 tsp vanilla essence, and a pinch of salt to the blender. Grind until the mixture holds together.
- Adjust the Texture: If the mixture seems dry, add more dates or a bit of honey/maple syrup to moisten it.
- Form the Balls: Transfer the mixture to a plate and scoop out portions. Shape them into 7 smooth balls, adjusting quantities to your preference.
- Refrigerate: Place the energy balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
Step pics
In a blender, take rolled oats
add flaxseeds
blend it to a coarse powder
add pitted dates
tiny piece of cinnamon
few drops of vanilla essence
pinch of salt
grind it until moisture releases
you should be able to form shape
transfer to a plate and scoop out a portion to make balls
form balls and refrigerate for 30 mins to firm it up a bit
serve it fresh and enjoy the healthy snack
Storage:
These Oats and Flaxseeds Energy Balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, making them perfect for meal prep or as a grab-and-go snack!
Oats and Flaxseeds Energy Balls | Healthy Snacks
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/8 cup flaxseeds
- 8 pitted dates
- Small piece of cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp vanilla essence
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Honey or maple syrup if needed
Instructions
- Grind oats and flaxseeds coarsely.
- Add dates, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt, and blend until the mixture is moist enough to shape.
- Adjust sweetness/moisture with honey if needed.
- Shape into balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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