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Raspberry Cocoa Energy Balls Recipe

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These Raspberry Cocoa Energy Balls are a nutritious, no-bake snack packed with natural sweetness from dates and tartness from freeze-dried raspberries. Combining almonds, cocoa powder, and shredded coconut, they offer a perfect balance of flavor and energy, ideal for a quick on-the-go boost or a healthy treat.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 18-20 energy balls

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups pitted Medjool dates (about 19-20 dates)
  • 1 1/2 cups raw almonds
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus more for rolling
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted almond butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons warm water, if mixture is dry

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Begin by ensuring all your dates are pitted. If your dates are a bit dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften, then drain thoroughly.
  2. Process almonds: Place the raw almonds in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped but not turned into flour, maintaining some texture for the energy balls.
  3. Add remaining dry ingredients: Add the pitted dates, freeze-dried raspberries, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and chia seeds (if using) to the food processor with the almonds.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: Add the almond butter and almond extract (if using) to the mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
  5. Pulse the mixture: Process all ingredients together until a sticky, coarse dough forms. If the mixture seems dry and crumbly, add 1 tablespoon of warm water and pulse again, adding more water if needed one teaspoon at a time.
  6. Shape the energy balls: Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them between your palms to form balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  7. Coat the balls: Roll each energy ball in additional shredded coconut for an attractive and tasty outer coating.
  8. Chill and store: Place the energy balls in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • Use Medjool dates as they are naturally sweet and soft, making them ideal for binding.
  • If you don’t have freeze-dried raspberries, you can substitute with dried cranberries or raspberries, but be sure they are unsweetened.
  • Almond extract is optional but adds a lovely nutty flavor that enhances the almond butter taste.
  • Adjust water quantity carefully; too much water will make the mixture too sticky and hard to roll.
  • These energy balls are great as a pre- or post-workout snack or a healthy dessert alternative.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/raspberry-cocoa-energy-balls-recipe/