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Chocolate Chia Balls

Chocolate Chia Balls for an Energizing Guilt-Free Snack

Chocolate Chia Balls are a nutritious, no-bake snack packed with fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, perfect for a healthy energy boost.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chia Mixture
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Chia Seeds Flax seeds can be swapped if desired.
For the Binding Mixture
  • 1 cup Almond Butter Peanut or sunflower seed butter can also work.
  • 1/3 cup Honey Maple syrup or agave nectar can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Table salt can be used in a pinch.
For the Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Raw Cacao Powder Unsweetened cocoa powder is a good substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla essence can be used as a stand-in.
For the Texture
  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Cacao nibs can replace for less sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium to large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chia seeds and 1 cup of rolled oats, stirring until evenly distributed.
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat, add 1 cup of almond butter and 1/3 cup of honey, stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes until smooth.
  3. Add 1/4 cup of raw cacao powder, a pinch of fine sea salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the saucepan, mixing for 1-2 minutes until well combined.
  4. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the dry chia and oats in the mixing bowl, folding the ingredients together for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Refrigerate the combined mixture for 5-10 minutes to help firm it up.
  6. Remove from refrigerator and fold in 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips, mixing for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Using a small cookie scoop, form heaping tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  8. Refrigerate the formed Chocolate Chia Balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the mixture is properly chilled before adding chocolate chips to prevent melting. For better binding, add more almond butter or honey if the mixture crumbles during rolling.

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