Ginger Turmeric Energy Balls (Printable View)

Vibrant no-bake bites with ginger, turmeric, and maca for sustained energy.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
03 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
04 - 2 tbsp almond butter or other nut/seed butter

→ Flavor & Nutrition

05 - 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
06 - 1 1/2 tsp freshly grated turmeric (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
07 - 1 tbsp maca powder
08 - 2 tbsp hemp seeds

→ Seasoning

09 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Optional

12 - 2-3 tbsp shredded coconut for rolling
13 - 1-2 tsp maple syrup if extra sweetness desired

# How To Make It:

01 - Pulse oats and cashews in a food processor until finely ground and combined.
02 - Add dates, almond butter, ginger, turmeric, maca powder, hemp seeds, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla. Process until mixture comes together and holds shape when pressed. If too dry, incorporate maple syrup or water 1 tsp at a time.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into uniform balls with hands.
04 - Roll balls in shredded coconut for added texture and flavor.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in airtight container refrigerated for up to 1 week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The spice combination warms you from the inside out, like a hug in edible form
  • They take 15 minutes flat and keep you powered through that mid afternoon slump
02 -
  • The mixture should hold together when squeezed. If it crumbles, add liquid one teaspoon at a time.
  • Wear gloves or use a spoon when handling fresh turmeric unless you want yellow hands for a few days.
03 -
  • Process the dates separately first if your food processor struggles with sticky ingredients
  • Warm the almond butter slightly if its cold and hard to work with
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