Cherry Almond Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 375 mL
- 2 Tbsp canola oil 30 mL
- 1/3 cup liquid honey 75 mL
- 1/4 cup natural whey protein powder, optional 60 mL
- 1/2 cup dried tart cherries, chopped 125 mL
- 1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds, chopped 60 mL
- 1/4 tsp salt 1 mL
Instructions
- 1. In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 2. Coat hands with canola oil to prevent sticking and firmly form mixture into 1-inch (2.5-cm) balls.
- 3. Keep energy balls refrigerated. May be stored in refrigerator for up to five days.
Yield
16 balls
serving size
1 ball
nutritional analysis
Per Serving
| Calories | 100 |
| Total Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugars | 9 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 55 mg |
