Almond Energy Balls With Cranberry, Maple, And Vanilla
These Almond Energy Balls are a nutritious snack packed with flavor! Perfect for any time of the day.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons pecans finely chopped
- 1/2 cup maple vanilla almond butter
- 1/2 cup gluten-free quick-cooking oats
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries finely chopped
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and measure them out.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free quick-cooking oats, finely chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
- Add the maple vanilla almond butter to the bowl and mix until you have a sticky mixture.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to chill.
- After chilling, roll the mixture into balls about the size of a tablespoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Return the balls to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to firm up.
- Transfer the energy balls to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking Sheet
- Container
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Leave the energy balls larger for a chewier texture.
- Store in the freezer for extended shelf life.
- Experiment with other dried fruits like raisins or apricots.