Why would you make any of these vegan energy ball recipes?
You know how sometimes you need a quick hit of energy, but don’t want to down an entire energy bar? Nor do you want to go straight for the chocolate (or coffee)..? We get it! That’s where funny-sounding—but extremely handy—energy balls come into play. They’re exactly what they sound like: a concentrated ball of energy-packed food, made into a naturally sweetened, bite-size sphere. And they’re extremely easy to make; just mix up the ingredients (see our guide to protein powder to find the right kind for you). Then roll into balls and freeze for 30 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge (they’ll keep for about 5 days), and grab one when you need it! It’s that easy, really.
Here are 3 of our favorite vegan energy ball recipes, and we promise, there’s something for everyone. Some days are for coconut overdose, other days you crave something chocolatey, and some days can only be made better with peppermint.
3 Easy Vegan Energy Ball Recipes That Will Save You From The Afternoon Slump
Coconut Love Bites
Coconut Love Bites
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1 tablespoon sunflower seed butter
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a bowl, excluding the unsweetened shredded coconut. Line a tray with wax paper. Form the ingredients into little balls. Roll each ball in the unsweetened shredded coconut. Add the balls to the tray, then put into the freezer for 30 minutes to form.
Tahini Power Energy Balls
Tahini Power Balls
Ingredients
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder
- 3 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Line a tray with wax paper. Form the ingredients into little balls. Add the balls to the tray, then put into the freezer for 30 minutes to form.
Peppermint Madness Balls
Peppermint Madness Balls
Ingredients
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 3 dates soaked (pit removed)
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon raw cacao nibs
- Raw cacao powder optional
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a bowl, excluding the raw cacao powder. Line a tray with wax paper. Form the ingredients into little balls. Dust with raw cacao powder (optional). Add the balls to the tray, then put into the freezer for 30 minutes to form.
Photos by Ana Stanciu
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