Sesame Caramel Easy Vegan Energy Balls
Easy Vegan Energy Balls – Nut Free & Gluten Free!
The natural sugars, wholesome fats, and slow-digesting carbs in these easy vegan energy balls will give you an energy boost that LASTS! Surprisingly, the combination of sweet dates and savory tahini tastes just like salted caramel. But, no refined sugars needed! And, rolled in a coating of sesame seeds, each bite has a delightful crunch.
Best of all, these easy vegan energy balls are a no bake treat! Simply blend up your mixture, roll into balls, and refrigerate. A healthy vegan snack you can have ready in minutes!
Easy Vegan Energy Balls with a Serious Energy Boost!
Obviously, these easy vegan energy balls aren’t like an ‘energy drink.’ There’s no caffeine or questionable additives that produce their energizing effect. So, where does the energy come from? The most basic source: real, whole foods!
Of course, all food provides us with energy of some sort. But, I’ve designed these easy vegan energy balls to have a balance of nutrients for high-quality long-lasting energy. And, maximum deliciousness!
The high natural sugar content in dates provides more immediate energy. Plus, a crave-able natural sweetness with NO added sugars. Then, the oats offer complex carbs that break down slowly in the body. Which, unlike simple carbs, provide energy that lasts over a longer time period.
Finally, the sunflower and sesame seeds add a dose of nutritious fuel-filled fats. ALL of us need some dietary fat—even more so if you’re on a low carb lifestyle. But, those fats also make these easy vegan energy balls more satisfying, so they actually fill you up!
Sesame Caramel Easy Vegan Energy Balls
Ingredients
- 2 cups dates, pitted
- ⅔ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1½ Tbsp tahini
- 2 tsp vanilla paste, or extract
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup sesame seeds
Instructions
- Add everything except for sesame seeds to food processor.
- Blend until you get a sticky dough.
- Roll into balls with hands (I used a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop) and coat the outside of each ball with sesame seeds. Allow to set in the fridge.
- Store in the fridge.
- Yields about 30 easy vegan energy balls.
