Lemon Energy Balls
Full of good-for-you nourishing ingredients and lots of fresh lemon flavor, these little balls pack a zesty punch to help you and your kids power through your days. Serve them as a healthy sweet treat with school or work lunches, an afternoon pick-me-up, or after school snacks. Super simple to make, the kids will have a blast helping you in the kitchen!
Ingredients
1 cup Medjool dates (about 12)
125 grams | 1 cup almonds or almond flour
50 grams | 1/2 cup GF rolled oats
40 grams | 1/2 cup desicated coconut +
more for coating
12 grams | 1 TBSP chia seeds
10 grams | 1 TBSP ground flaxseed
10 grams | 1 TBSP hemp seeds
5 grams | 1 tsp salt
28 grams | 2 TBSP raw organic honey
40 grams | 1 lemon, juiced + zest
Preparation
1. Place all dry ingredients in food processor and pulse until finely ground.
2. Add all liquids and pulse until comes together as a slightly tacky dough.
3. Portion into 25 grams (or almost 1 ounce) and roll into balls. Toss in extra coconut.
4. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or store in the freezer for longer life.