Quick Spiced Cacao Energy Balls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Makes: About 16 balls
Dietary: Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free | Vegan Friendly

Why You’ll Love Them

Need a snack that actually satisfies? These Quick Spiced Cacao Energy Balls come together in minutes, taste like a rich spiced brownie, and give you a clean boost without the crash. Naturally sweetened with dates and packed with wholesome ingredients, they’re a perfect on-the-go bite.

Plus — that subtle hit of warming spice from our Aromi Spiced Cacao Powder? Absolute game changer.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)

• 1 cup almonds (or any nut of choice)

• ½ cup shredded coconut

• 2 tablespoons Aromi Spiced Cacao Powder

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

• Pinch of sea salt

• Optional: extra coconut for rolling

Instructions

1. Prep the dates: If your dates feel a little dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.

2. Blend: Add the almonds to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped (but not completely ground).

3. Add the goodness: Toss in the dates, coconut, Spiced Cacao Powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, and a pinch of salt. Blitz until the mixture sticks together when pressed.

4. Roll: Scoop out heaped teaspoons of mixture and roll into balls. If you like, roll them in extra coconut for a bit of flair.

5. Chill: Pop them into the fridge for 10–15 minutes to firm up.

Done! No baking. No fuss.

Serving Ideas

• Pack into lunchboxes for an afternoon pick-me-up.

• Keep a stash in your freezer for those "I-need-something-sweet" moments.

• Perfect with a coffee after the gym for a clean energy boost.

Tips for Success

• Sticky trick: If your mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon more coconut oil or a splash of water.

• Switch it up: Swap almonds for cashews, walnuts, or even pepitas if nut-free is needed.

• Batch it: Double the recipe and freeze half — future you will be very grateful.