Energy Balls

Ingredients Instructions Notes
By
Amy Hogaboom
March 31, 2023
Energy Balls

Amy Hogaboom

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March 31, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 4 Tablespoons almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons dry roasted cocoa nibs
  • 3 scoops Ascent whey protein
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together
  • If too dry, add a small drop of water to moisten
  • Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes
  • Remove and make into 12 balls

Notes

Recipe from Healthy Steps Nutrition. Check out full recipe and demo video at https://healthystepsnutrition.com/healthy-recipes/sams-energy-balls

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