Cacao & Chia Energy Balls

Looking for a snack that’s chocolatey, nutrient-dense, and ready in 10 minutes? These Cacao & Chia Energy Balls are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats—perfect for powering your day without the crash.

They’re no-bake, gluten-free, naturally vegan, and packed with superfoods like chia seeds, raw cacao, and nut butter. Think: a fudgy bliss ball that tastes indulgent but fuels you like a protein bar.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Naturally sweetened with dates

• High-fiber + protein-rich

• Vegan & gluten-free

• No baking required

• Perfect for pre-workout or afternoon pick-me-ups

Final Thoughts:

These Cacao & Chia Energy Balls are proof that snacks can be clean, craveable, and convenient. With simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have a stash of nourishing bites that help you stay focused, energized, and satisfied—all week long.

Yield: 12-14 balls

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Cacao & Chia Energy Balls

Prep time: 10 MinChill Time: 15 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Looking for a snack that’s chocolatey, nutrient-dense, and ready in 10 minutes? These Cacao & Chia Energy Balls are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats—perfect for powering your day without the crash.

They’re no-bake, gluten-free, naturally vegan, and packed with superfoods like chia seeds, raw cacao, and nut butter. Think: a fudgy bliss ball that tastes indulgent but fuels you like a protein bar.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted (about 10–12 large dates)
• ¾ cup raw almonds (or walnuts, cashews, or a mix)
• ¼ cup rolled oats
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2½ tbsp raw cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
• 1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut, or sunflower seed)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• Optional: 1 tsp maca powder or ½ tsp cinnamon for extra boost
• 1–2 tbsp warm water (if mixture is dry)

Instructions

1. If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes, then drain.
2. In a food processor, pulse the almonds and oats until finely ground.
3. Add dates, chia seeds, cacao powder, nut butter, vanilla, salt, and optional maca or cinnamon. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
4. If the dough is too crumbly, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time and pulse again.
5. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into balls. You should get 12–14.
6. Enjoy immediately or chill for 15 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer.

Notes

Mint Chocolate: Add ¼ tsp peppermint extract

Mocha: Add 1 tsp espresso powder or instant coffee

Tropical: Use cashews and add shredded coconut + lime zest

Spiced: Add ground cinnamon, cardamom, or ginger for a chai vibe

Nutrition Facts

Calories

127

Sugar

9 g

Protein

4 g

Fat

6 g

Carbs

16 g

Sat. Fat

1 g

Cholesterol

0 mg

Fiber

4 g

Net carbs

13 g

Sodium

4 mg

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.