Delicious and highly nutritious Beet Energy Balls will pump you up and get you going the whole day! With the added serving of veggies, these unBEETable goodies will become your next favorite on-the-go snack bites. These no-bake, yummy balls of goodness are 100% vegan, gluten-free possible, and are chockful of energy-giving nutrients, fiber, and protein.
They are the perfect addition to your kid’s school snacks, as energy boosters for sports or gym days, or to power you up and keep you on your feet on a hectic workday! The use of wholesome oats, beets, and dates will give you plenty of nutrients, while the addition of vegan chocolate chips, peanuts, shredded coconuts, and cinnamon turns these treats into moreish delights! Best of all, your fussy, veggie-hating kids will be too busy nibbling on them; they won’t even know there are beets hiding in there!
1) Using a food processor, chop the beets and dates into very small pieces. Then add the rest of the ingredients and blitz until you get a thick dough. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula to make sure that everything is incorporated well.
2) Get a small portion and roll into a bite-size ball. You should be able to make 10 to 12 mini balls, depending on the size. You can coat them with coconut flakes or cocoa powder (if using). Place the balls in a pan and freeze until they harden.
Once the Beet Energy Balls have firmed up in the freezer, you can start munching on them! Do not leave them out, especially when warm, because they will soften. If you have any leftovers, place them in a lidded container in the fridge. They should be good for up to five days.
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Photos by Alfonso Revilla
Jami Gerke says
Beets are great for athletes. I will have to make these for my son when he is bmx racing!
Andrea White says
Yess! Hope he enjoys them!
Amanda Meth says
I never would've thought to add beets to energy balls but makes such great sense!
Andrea White says
It's a great way to add an extra bit of nutrients to the mix! So good!
Teodora Grujic says
Great way to make my kid eat beets!
Andrea White says
Definitely! They camouflage so nicely!
Michelle Cehn says
Such an interesting way to use beets! Gotta try this.
Andrea White says
You're going to love them! They're so good!
Jay says
These look so delicious & festive 😊
Andrea White says
Right?! So colorful and nutritious in so many ways!
Gina House says
I'm not a huge beet fan, but this recipe looks so tempting!
Andrea White says
It might just change your mind 🙂
Agnieszka says
I love "hidden veggies" sweets and these energy balls are truly exceptional. Perfect for kids!
Andrea White says
Same! They're a great way to enjoyably sneak them in!
Nancy Wu says
i love the addition of beets and dates. The DD loved it!
Andrea White says
Yay! So glad! Such an epic combo!
Nora Breyer says
Those will be perfect for my little one! She loves peanuts, dates, and coconuts! Thank you!
Andrea White says
Wohoo! Hope she likes them 🙂
Kayla DiMaggio says
Loving these energy balls! Such a great snack!
Andrea White says
Been on the hunt for new beet recipes!
Megan Ellam says
These are so easy and everyone loves them. Love the use of the beet.
Andrea White says
Love an easy and nutritious recipe!
Andrea White says
Such a healthy and delicious snack!