Zesty Lemon Energy Balls

Lemon lovers, I’ve got your back. This Zesty Lemon Energy Ball recipe with cashew and lemon is so delish and is the perfect nourishing snack any time of the day.

Have you jumped on the energy bite/protein ball craze? The ones made with dates/nuts/seeds/oats/other healthy goodness? I have been making these healthy bite-sized treats for years and never get tired of them.

So, if you have been looking for an easy, nutritious homemade protein/energy bite then this is the ultimate one! This no-bake recipe is so easy to put together. Adjustable, delicious, these babies are the best for a post-workout snack or start to a busy day!

Loaded with chunks of cashews, coconut and lots of lemon - all natural ingredients rich in vitamins and minerals to keep you full and energized throughout your day. Throw in some super healthy hemp seeds and this adds even more nutrients and a crunchy texture.

Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book.

Moreish snack balls, energy balls, bites, truffles, bliss balls. Little spheres of snacking. Little orbs of awesome.

Call them what you like, they are one of the easiest things to make, and ,are a perfect little nutrient-dense bite for a satisfying and beneficial snack! 

After all, who doesn’t love a good protein/energy ball or bar? They are among the most tasty,filling, and convenient healthy snack ideas you can enjoy. If you are looking to make homemade energy balls, though, then you have probably got an inkling that DIY’ing it has certain advantages.

The main draw with going the homemade route is the infinite customizability. When you make your own healthy treats, you never have to compromise on getting exactly what you are looking for. You can also save money by making your own healthy homemade snacks and they can taste way better than anything you can buy at the store.

These are the perfect healthy snack to fuel your day. I loveee lemon and lemon-flavored everything. And these taste really lemon-y, but in a chewy, healthy energy bite! Even better?

No baking necessary here. All the work is done in your blender or food processor. Throw everything in then blend it up until it comes together in a sticky ball. We then roll that sticky dough into balls and coat them in coconut.

I love having my freezer stocked with energy balls like these ones for pre-workout snacks or whenever I just want a ‘lil somethin’.

 

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword lemon cashew snack balls, lemon energy balls, zestly lemon bliss balls, zesty lemon energy balls

Servings 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup cashews, soaked 3+ hours and drained
• 1 1/2 cups desiccated coconut, plus more for rolling in
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup hemp seeds - or chia or poppy seeds
• 1-2 lemons, juice and zest – depending on how lemon-y you prefer

Instructions

• Place cashews, coconut and coconut oil in a food processor and process until broken down and crumbly and starting to stick together in a dough like mixture.

  Add in seeds of choice, honey, lemon juice and zest and pulse a few times to combine. Taste test and add more honey or lemon if you think it needs it.

  Scoop out tablespoons of dough, roll into balls between your hands, then roll into the desiccated coconut to coat. Place on a plate covered with parchment paper and store in fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

  Store in the freezer for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature.

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