Acai Coconut Energy Balls

Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy

These no-bake energy balls are a big hit with both kids and adults! This sweet snack holds over your hunger, gives you a boost of energy to take on the day and is loaded with powerful antioxidants and fiber. Pack as a snack or as an on-the-go breakfast, no utensils required!

Recipe Benefits

Brain Health
Gut Health
Antioxidants

Ingredients

2 tbsp Acai Berry Freeze Dried Powder
1 cup quick oats
1/2 cup almond butter
1/4 cup honey
1 tsp vanilla
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
1/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine oats, almond butter, honey, acai powder, vanilla, and chia seeds and stir until well combine
2. Blend on medium to high for roughly 30 seconds or until desired consistency
3. Scoop a tablespoon-size serving and roll in your hands to form a sticky ball
4. Place coconut flakes in a shallow bowl and roll each ball around to cover with the coconut flakes
5. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks
Nutritional Benefits
- High in Manganese
  
  Manganese, an essential trace mineral, is required for the function of the brain, nervous system and many of our body’s enzyme systems.
- High in Fiber
  
  Fiber aids in many important functions within the body, including maintaining steady blood sugar levels, keeping hunger at bay, aiding in digestion, and fueling a healthy gut microbiome.
- High in Vitamin E
  
  The main function of Vitamin E is as an antioxidant, but it may also reduce markers of oxidative stress, enhance immune function and prevent clots from forming in heart arteries.
Advanced Nutrients

Macronutrients are the nutritive components of food that the body needs for energy and to maintain the body's structure and systems.