Ginger Turmeric Energy Balls (Printable)

No-bake bites with ginger, turmeric, maca, and hemp seeds. A nourishing snack ready in 15 minutes.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free
02 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
03 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
04 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Flavor & Nutrition

05 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated turmeric
07 - 1 tablespoon maca powder
08 - 2 tablespoons hemp seeds

→ Seasoning

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

→ Optional

12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons shredded coconut for rolling
13 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup for additional sweetness

# Directions:

01 - In a food processor, pulse the oats and cashews until finely ground.
02 - Add dates, almond butter, ginger, turmeric, maca powder, hemp seeds, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla. Blend until the mixture comes together and holds when pressed. If too dry, add maple syrup or water one teaspoon at a time.
03 - Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls using your hands.
04 - Roll balls in shredded coconut for additional texture and flavor, if desired.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They're ready in 15 minutes, no oven required, which means you can make them while your coffee brews.
  • That warm ginger-turmeric flavor tastes indulgent while actually fueling your body with real nutrients.
  • One ball silences the 3 p.m. slump better than anything sugary ever did.
02 -
  • If your mixture feels too wet, don't panic—the refrigerator will firm it up, but adding liquid is easier than removing it, so add cautiously.
  • Fresh ginger will sometimes make the mixture feel slightly wetter than ground turmeric would; this is normal and actually means you're getting the bright flavor you want.
03 -
  • Grate your turmeric and ginger fresh if possible—the flavor is brighter and the texture more alive, even though it takes an extra 60 seconds.
  • Make a double batch and freeze half in an airtight container; they thaw in five minutes and taste just as good.
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