I know what you’re thinking, Triple “C” Energy Balls…what are the three C’s? CHOCOLATE, COCONUT, and CRANBERRY. The best ingredients, right?! These energy balls are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free. I love snacking on them in the afternoon when I need some energy or a little something sweet. Such a good snack to have on hand when you’re in a pinch!

After I tasted these energy balls, I totally thought of the Trail Mix Perfect Bars. They taste just like them! I didn’t even realize that they were similar until after I made them, but I’m not mad about it. These energy balls are filled with creamy peanut butter, coconut flour & flakes, sweet cranberries, and chocolate chips. Such a great combination of the best ingredients.

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What Ingredients Do I Need?

If you’re going to make this recipe, you don’t need a whole lot! Just a few key ingredients to make this delicious snack. Here is everything you’re going to need:

All-natural peanut butter
Maple syrup
Coconut flour
Vanilla extract
Coconut flakes
Dried cranberries
Chocolate chips

Benefits of Energy Balls

I guess the key is in the name, energy balls are a great form of ENERGY! Just to make sure we’re all on the same page, your body needs energy to function and survive in the form of food.

A lot of times, life gets in the way and crazy schedules can force people to skip meals without even realizing it. That’s when it is crucial to have snacks on hand.

These Triple “C” energy balls are packed with healthy fats to keep you satiated, carbohydrates and antioxidants for quick energy, and protein to help with satiety and muscle repair. Great for a post or pre-workout snack!

When you’re looking for a snack that will fill you up, you want to look for fat, protein, and fiber-rich carbohydrates. Those three together are key to a filling meal or snack.

The fat in this recipe comes primarily from peanut butter and some from the coconut. Peanut butter actually contains a good amount of protein, which is great for the protein component.

Coconut flour has a bit of all three. It has some fiber, protein, and fat…a triple threat! The maple syrup, cranberries, and chocolate add some extra energy and antioxidants to the body.

Making the Energy Balls

This recipe requires zero cooking or prep work. All you have to do is throw everything in a bowl and you’re set!

Combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium-sized bowl and mix well. Add in the coconut flour, shredded coconut, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips into the wet ingredients. Stir until a thick batter forms.

Use a tablespoon-sized ice cream scooper to scoop the dough into ball shapes. You can roll them around between your hands to make the perfect shape.

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and you’re done. Easy, right!?

How to Store Leftovers

This recipe needs to be kept in the refrigerator and will stay good in there for up to 1 week. Keep them in an airtight container for maximum freshness. You can also freeze them for up to 6 months.

More Energy Ball Recipes

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Triple “C” Energy Balls

Recipe by Mary WeissCourse: SnacksDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-natural peanut butter*
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup coconut flour
1/3 cup shredded coconut
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chocolate chips

Directions

In a large bowl, combine all of the above ingredients until a thick dough forms. You may want to use your hands if the batter is too thick.
Use a tablespoon-sized ice cream scooper to scoop the dough into balls. Roll them around in your hands to make a perfect ball shape. The recipe should make around 14 energy balls.
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

Notes

*If you don’t have all-natural peanut butter, I recommend microwaving your peanut butter for around 30 seconds to loosen it up. This makes it much easier to work with.