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Apricot & White Chocolate Energy Balls (nut-free)

These no-bake Apricot & White Chocolate Energy Balls are a nut-free, toddler-friendly snack made with oats, dried apricots, tahini, and a sprinkle of chia and hemp seeds. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or a quick bite on the go!
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Course: gluten-free, Snack
Keyword: energy balls, gluten-free, peanut-free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 energy balls
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Ali Ellis, MSc., RD

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ¾ cup dried apricots finely diced
  • ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ¼ cup white chocolate chips (I use Enjoy Life dairy-free white chips)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat on medium low and add the tahini, maple syrup and coconut oil. Stir until melted. Remove from heat once melted.
  • In a medium bowl, add the remaining ingredients except for the white chocolate chips. Stir to combine.
  • Add the melted mixture from the stove top into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir to combine.
  • Once the mixture has cooled slightly, add the white chocolate chips and stir.
  • Roll into balls and place in the fridge for 20 minutes. Makes 12 energy balls.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg