Almond Butter Energy Balls Recipe

almond butter

🥗Healthier: peanut butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Peanut butter is often less expensive and provides similar texture and flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness and is often used in vegan recipes.

dark chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate chips

Cacao nibs are lower in sugar and calories, while milk chocolate is more affordable.

chia seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: hemp seeds

Flaxseeds are a cost-effective source of omega-3 fatty acids.

Mix almond butter, rolled oats, honey, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined.

Add chia seeds, flaxseeds, dark chocolate chips, and sea salt to the mixture.

Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.

Once chilled, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture.

Roll each portion into a ball using your hands.

Place the energy balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Refrigerate for another 15-20 minutes to set.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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