Chai Energy Balls
These chai energy balls combine warm chai spices, creamy almond butter, and sweet dates for a nutritious, no-bake snack. Perfect for energizing moments, these vegan bites are easy to make and delicious!
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped pitted dates (about 8 whole dates)
- ¾ cup smooth natural almond butter
- ¼ cup chopped unsalted raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons hulled hemp seeds
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the oats, dates, almond butter, cashews, chia seeds, maple syrup, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse 10-12 times until finely chopped, then process for about 1 minute. The mixture should look crumbly but stick together when pressed.
- Add the hemp seeds and pulse briefly 1-2 times to incorporate.
- Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then roll about 1½ tablespoons of the mixture into small balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Let the balls rest at room temperature for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Enjoy immediately or store for later!