Description
Ginger Cookie Healthy Energy Balls are no-bake, nutrient-packed snacks that deliver the warm, spiced flavor of gingerbread cookies in a wholesome, vegan, and gluten-free form—perfect for on-the-go energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1 tbsp molasses or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1–2 tsp water or additional nut butter (as needed for texture)
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they resemble a coarse flour.
- Add pitted dates, almond butter, molasses or maple syrup, vanilla extract, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Blend until the mixture is sticky and well combined. If too dry, add a small amount of water or nut butter.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds if using and pulse briefly to mix.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.Adjust sweetness by adding extra dates or honey if not strictly vegan.Add protein powder for an energy boost, adjusting oats as needed.Mix in chopped nuts or cacao nibs for extra texture.Roll in shredded coconut or crushed nuts for a fun coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
