Freezable Date Energy Balls with Chia Seeds

These Date Energy Balls are loaded with sweet and healthy dates, the omega-3s of chia seeds, protein-rich almonds, chewy coconut and oats.

This is great as a post-workout snack and also perfect for kids! Super easy to make and totally freezable!! Make a double batch!

- almonds - oats - coconut - dates - pineapple - honey

To make almond butter, place 1 cup of almonds in a mini food processor. Process until the butter is the consistency of natural peanut butter.

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Place almond butter in a medium bowl and add all other ingredients.

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Stir to combine.

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Using your hands, press firmly to form one-inch balls.

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Place in an air-tight container and refrigerate until serving.

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These freeze very well. If frozen, they will be thawed and ready to eat in about 20 minutes.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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