Energy Balls: no food processor, no bake

Discover the joy of making these no-bake energy balls—it's a simple and rewarding process that requires just a wooden spoon for mixing, so there's no need for any complicated equipment like food processors or blenders. With minimal effort, you can combine wholesome ingredients such as oats, dried fruit, chocolate chips, a touch of ginger, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, creamy peanut butter, cocoa powder, and your choice of honey or natural sweeteners. For an extra indulgent twist, consider rolling them in coconut, though it’s entirely optional.

Not only are these energy balls a hit with kids, but they also serve as the perfect protein boost for active adults—my husband loves to bring them along on his cycling adventures. Whether you follow the recipe or get creative by mixing and matching with whatever you have on hand, you’re sure to create a delicious and nutritious snack that everyone will adore.

This recipe yields approximately 30 energy balls, making it perfect for sharing or saving for later! Give them a try and experience the delicious energy they bring!

Dry ingredients – 4 cups (mix & match your own)

• 1 cup sunflower seeds toasted
• 1 cup sesame seeds toasted (or 1/2 cup sesame seeds and 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds)
• 90g (1 cup) of rolled oats
• 100g (1 cup) chocolate chips/pieces chopped

Fruit – 2 1/4 cups*

• 75g (1/2 cup) raisins/sultanas
• 132g (1 cup) currants/raisin/sultanas
• 75g (1/2 cup) dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped crystallised ginger (optional)
  * you can mix and match the fruit quantities to use what you have on hand.

Flavours to bind

• 50g (1/2 cup) cocoa powder
• 450g (2 cups) peanut butter (or almond, or sunflower etc)
• 1/2 cup honey or agave nectar (or another sweetener)
• 1 cup of toasted coconut for rolling (optional)

Method

1. Mix everything together except for the toasted coconut.
2. If a little too dry after mixing add more honey if needed. However, mix thoroughly first as it comes together after a few minutes and no blender or food processor is required only hands and a good wooden spoon.
3. Scoop out with a teaspoon and roll into walnut size balls and roll into your pre-toasted coconut. Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container. They will also freeze well for a few months.