High Protein Lemon Blueberry Energy Balls
These sweet and refreshing energy balls pack in the protein from almonds, almond butter and hemp seeds. Enjoy this easy snack before or after a workout or as a nice midday pick-me-up at work. The finishing glaze adds a tangy sweetness, but you can leave it off if you prefer a little less sugar.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened dried blueberries plus 2 teaspoons, divided
- 1/2 cup unsalted almond butter
- 4 pitted medjool dates
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 6 tablespoons lemon juice plus 3/4 teaspoon, divided
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Directions
- Combine oats, 1/2 cup dried blueberries, almond butter, dates, almonds, hemp seeds, lemon zest, 6 tablespoons lemon juice, honey and salt in a food processor; process until a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
- Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or measuring spoon, scoop 16 rounded portions of the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using clean hands, roll each portion into a ball. Refrigerate the balls, uncovered, until cool to the touch, about 20 minutes.
- Finely chop the remaining 2 teaspoons dried blueberries. Whisk confectioners’ sugar and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon lemon juice in a small bowl until no lumps remain.
- Drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the chilled energy balls (about 1/4 teaspoon glaze each). While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle evenly with chopped blueberries.
