Vegan Coconut Lime Energy Balls (Printable Version)

Bright, zesty energy balls with coconut, lime, dates, and cashews for a healthy snack option.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup (150 g) raw cashews
02 - 1 cup (120 g) pitted Medjool dates, approximately 10 large dates
03 - ½ cup (40 g) unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling

→ Flavor

04 - Zest of 2 limes
05 - Juice of 1 lime, approximately 2 tablespoons
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

# Steps:

01 - Place cashews in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not a paste.
02 - Add pitted dates, shredded coconut, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
03 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized amounts and roll into balls using your hands.
04 - Roll each ball in additional shredded coconut to coat thoroughly.
05 - Place energy balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No baking required - just blend, roll, and chill!
  • Perfect healthy snack to boost energy between meals
  • Naturally sweetened with dates - no refined sugar
  • Vibrant lime flavor balanced with creamy cashews
  • Portable nutrition for hikes, workouts, or busy days
02 -
  • For the best texture, refrigerate the mixture for 10 minutes before rolling into balls if it feels too sticky
  • Wet your hands slightly when rolling to prevent the mixture from sticking to your fingers
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week
  • These energy balls can be frozen for up to two months - perfect for batch preparation
  • For extra sweetness, add 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup to the mixture
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