Freezable Walnut Oatmeal Energy Balls

These yummy Walnut Oatmeal Energy Balls are perfect for snacking and can even stand in for breakfast.

Loaded with complex carbs and protein – they’ve got the staying power kiddos need in a snack! And honestly, they’ve got the staying power adults need, too.

- walnuts - quick oats - flaxseed meal - dates - shredded coconut - maple syrup

Place 1 cup walnuts in a mini food processor. Process until the walnut butter is the consistency of natural peanut butter.

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Place walnut butter in a medium bowl and add all other ingredients. Stir very thoroughly to combine.

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

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Place in air-tight container and refrigerate until serving.

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These freeze well, so you may want to make extras. They will thaw in about 20 minutes.

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