Description
These no-bake Gingerbread Energy Balls are naturally sweet, perfectly spiced, and made with wholesome ingredients like dates, pecans, raisins, and molasses. A festive, healthy snack ready in minutes!
Ingredients
- ½ cup golden raisins
- 1 cup warm water (for soaking)
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
- Granulated sugar, for coating (optional)
Instructions
- Place dates and golden raisins in a bowl. Cover with warm water and soak for 10 minutes to soften.
- Add pecans to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped, stopping before they turn into nut butter.
- Drain the soaked fruit and add dates and raisins to the food processor. Blend until a sticky dough forms.
- Add cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, salt, and molasses. Continue processing until the mixture is uniform and holds together when pressed.
- Scoop out portions of the dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into smooth balls with your hands.
- If desired, roll each energy ball lightly in granulated sugar for a frosted gingerbread look.
- Chill for at least 20 minutes to firm up. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- If your dates are dry, soak them a few extra minutes or add an additional spoonful of water while blending.
- For a nut-free version, replace pecans with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Add a teaspoon of orange zest for a bright, festive twist.
- To prevent sticking, lightly coat your hands with oil before rolling the balls.
- Double the batch—they freeze incredibly well!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes