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Halloween Monster Energy Balls

Halloween Monster Energy Balls That Will Thrill Your Taste Buds

Delightful Halloween Monster Energy Balls are no-bake, vegan treats that satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Peanuts Feel free to swap with almonds
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Pitted
  • ¼ cup Cocoa Powder Or raw cacao for less processed option
  • ½ cup Peanut Butter Can be replaced with any nut or seed butter
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats Regular oats can be used if gluten isn't a concern
For the Decorations
  • 2 bars Licorice Bars For spooky legs and wings
  • 12 pieces Candy Eyeballs Transform energy balls into monsters

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dates: Place the pitted Medjool dates in a food processor and pulse until smooth, resembling a thick caramel.
  2. Blend the Mixture: Add gluten-free rolled oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and peanuts to the processor, blend until well combined.
  3. Roll into Balls: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls, aiming for around 16 evenly sized balls.
  4. Add Candy Eyeballs: Press two candy eyeballs into the top of each ball.
  5. Cut the Licorice for Decorations: Slice licorice bars into thin strips for legs and wings.
  6. Attach Licorice Pieces: Press licorice strips into the energy balls as decoration.
  7. Chill and Set: Arrange balls on a tray and chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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