Low Sodium Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls
Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistible Low Sodium Nutty Chocolate Energy Balls, a perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition! Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, creamy almond butter, chia seeds, and unsweetened cocoa powder, these bite-sized treats are naturally low in sodium and high in flavor. A hint of vanilla and a touch of honey or maple syrup add a delicate sweetness, while crunchy chopped nuts and mini dark chocolate chips provide a satisfying texture. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes—no baking required—these energy balls are a guilt-free snack for busy days, post-workout fuel, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Refrigerate for a firmer bite and enjoy a nutritious treat that’s both wholesome and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Almond butter
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 0.25 cup Mini dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, chopped nuts, mini dark chocolate chips, honey or maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla extract.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using a spatula or your hands until they are well combined. The mixture should be sticky enough to form into balls.
If the mixture is too dry, add more almond butter or a bit of water, a teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Once mixed, use a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop to portion out the mixture. Roll each portion into a ball with your hands.
Place the energy balls onto a lined baking sheet or a plate. Continue this process until all the mixture is used up.
Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to firm them up. This will also enhance the flavors.
Once set, store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.0 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.8 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.4 g | 219% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.9 g | ||
| Protein | 76.1 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 710 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 2911 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
