Cinnamon Roll Power Bites
These "power balls" are exactly what their name suggests: delightful bites of energy that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Medjool dates are combined with warm cinnamon, almond butter, cashews, oats, vanilla, and a hint of salt to create these breakfast-worthy treats. In just 10 minutes, all the ingredients come together to form sweet, soft, and chewy balls that evoke the flavors of cinnamon rolls. The best part? They don't contain flour, butter, or refined sugar. Instead, each ball is packed with fiber, nutrients, and healthy fats, making them a nourishing and energizing breakfast option that will keep you satisfied for hours. Grab one (or more!) for breakfast, as a pre-workout snack, post-workout fuel, or simply to indulge your sweet tooth at any time of the day.Ingredients and variations:Storage:Store any leftover energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If you prefer, you can also freeze them in a freezer-safe airtight container or zip-top bags for up to 3 months.Oats: You can use either old-fashioned oats or quick oats in this recipe. Just ensure that if you're following a strict gluten-free diet, the oats are certified gluten-free.Cashews: Opt for either raw or roasted cashews. If your cashews are already salted, adjust the amount of salt used in the recipe accordingly to prevent excessive saltiness.Almond butter: While almond butter is our favorite choice, feel free to substitute it with any other nut or seed butter. Sunflower seed butter makes for a delicious nut-free alternative.Medjool dates: These serve as a natural fruit sweetener and are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It's best to use soft dates, but if yours are dry and hard, soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes before starting the recipe. If your dates are on the smaller side, consider adding a few extra to compensate.Cinnamon: For an extra kick, you can enhance the flavors with a pinch of cardamom or nutmeg.
Ingredients
- 6 large Medjool dates, pits removed
- 1/2 c. almond butter
- 1/2 c. old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 c. raw unroasted cashew
- 1/4 c. coconut oil
- 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp. ground cinnamon, divided
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
- 2 tbsp. coconut flour
- 2 tbsp. coconut sugar
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse dates, butter, oats, cashews, oil, vanilla, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until combined and a sticky dough forms, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment. Using a 1 1/2-tablespoon cookie scoop or a tablespoon measuring spoon, scoop mixture and roll into balls. (If mixture is too sticky to handle, refrigerate until firm enough to roll.) Arrange balls on prepared baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, coconut sugar, a pinch of salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Roll balls in flour mixture and return to baking sheet. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 2470kcalCarbohydrates: 205gProtein: 50gFat: 159gSaturated Fat: 58gSodium: 1004mgPotassium: 3137mgFiber: 39gSugar: 156gCalcium: 647mgIron: 13mg
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