No-Bake Energy Balls

5 / 5 (7 reviews)

These no bake energy balls, also called bliss balls or energy bites, just changed my life. They are vegan, paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free. They have only 6 ingredients, they are super easy to make AND they are perfect to be added to your Healthy Meal Planning or Batch Cooking.

By: Claudia Canu (via Claudiacanu)
Original Publish: Feb 25, 2018
Last Updated: Mar 3, 2026
Prep: 10 mins
Yields: 14

Nutrition Facts

61Calories
1.1 gProtein
7.9 gCarbs
3.4 gFat
Finished No-Bake Energy Balls

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a food processor combine 5 dates (pitted), 7 walnuts and 1 teaspoon vanilla and pulse until it becomes a sandy-like texture.

  2. Add the rest of the ingredients: 1 tablespoon raw cocoa, 1 tablespoon carob powder and 1 tablespoon natural almond butter. Pulse a few more times until fully combined and of crumbly texture.

  3. With the help of a spoon, place some batter on your palm.

  4. Squeeze the batter with the help of your other hand’s finger and give the shape of a ball.

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Chef's Notes



You can also freeze the balls and take them out as needed.

You can also freeze the balls and take them out as needed.

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Lee ★ 5.0/5

I love the recipe. I love energy balls and yours are really yummy and healthy. I also do not use refined sugar now so this is a must try for me.

Corina Blum ★ 5.0/5

This is such a lovely recipe! I think dates are great for making energy balls with and I especially love the fact that they seem a bit decadent but are actually a healthy choice.

Lesli Schwartz ★ 5.0/5

These look like truffles! I bet they're even better. Thanks for the recipe!

Mayuri Patel ★ 5.0/5

A wonderful recipe and like the different options. Energy balls is the best snack ever.I've used carob powder in cakes before, but never knew that it comes from pods.

Ramona ★ 5.0/5

I always love ideas and recipes for this type of quick healthy grab n’ go deliciousness. Great stuff ;-)

Jay Joy ★ 5.0/5

I really love that these are vegan, paleo, gluten-free and dairy-free. I love my friends and all their kids seem to have some type of dietary requirement that is slightly different. What a great thing to make for them all! I am so happy this only has 6 ingredients are easy. Thank you!

Faye ★ 5.0/5

Wonderful recipes! That super easy plus good for your health food is one of the best recipes I've ever seen. Good for kids, moms who are taking good care of their health and those people who love desserts! I would definitely recommend all of these!

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