How to Make Walnut Energy Balls
A Healthy, No-Bake Snack Made with Sunbest Natural Walnuts
Looking for a quick and healthy snack that fuels your day and satisfies your sweet tooth? These Walnut Energy Balls are loaded with plant-based protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness. Made with wholesome ingredients like dates, oats, and Sunbest Natural Walnuts, they’re perfect for on-the-go snacking or post-workout fuel.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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No baking required
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Naturally sweetened with dates
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Great for meal prep and busy lifestyles
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Packed with protein, fiber, and omega-3s
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Customizable with your favorite add-ins
Ingredients
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1 cup Sunbest Natural Walnuts
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1 cup Sunbest Natural Organic Pitted Dates (soft and sticky)
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½ cup rolled oats
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2 tbsp chia seeds
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1–2 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of sea salt
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Optional: dark chocolate chips, cinnamon, or shredded coconut
Instructions
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Soften the dates: If your dates are a bit dry, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes, then drain.
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Blend: In a food processor, pulse the walnuts and oats until finely ground. Add dates, chia seeds, nut butter, vanilla, and sea salt. Process until the mixture is sticky and holds together.
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Customize: Add any extras like chocolate chips or cinnamon, and pulse a few more times.
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Roll into balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls.
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Chill: Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Why Use Sunbest Natural Walnuts?
Our Sunbest Natural Walnuts are fresh, raw, and full of nutty flavor. They're rich in omega-3s, antioxidants, and plant protein—making them an ideal base for nutrient-packed snacks like these energy balls.
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