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    Easy Apple Pie Energy Balls

    Published: Oct 20, 2021 · Modified: Jul 30, 2022 by Katelyn | With Sweet Honey · This post may contain affiliate links Leave a Comment

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    Not only are these easy apple pie energy balls no-bake, they are also made with just 8 simple ingredients! Loaded with dried apples, dates, and pecans for a flavorful bite that’ll keep you full until your next meal. They’re the perfect breakfast or pick-me-up snack throughout the day!

    apple pie energy balls stacked in a green glass cup

    Looking for more no-bake recipes? Check out my No Bake Raspberry Energy Balls and No Bake Chocolate Cacao Oat Bars!

    Apple Pie Energy Balls

    Apple pie is definitely one of my top favorite fall desserts. So if you’re anything like me, you are going to love these little energy balls because that’s just what they taste like! It's apple pie flavor without the effort that goes into making an actual pie. Also they’re dairy free, gluten free, paleo and SCD diet friendly!

    energy balls stacked in a green cup

    Ingredients for Easy Apple Pie Energy Balls

    • Dried Apples: The dried apples are what gives these energy balls their apple flavor without the added moisture of fresh apples. You should be able to find dried apples in your grocery store’s dried fruit section or online. Try to get unsweetened dried apples so the only ingredient is apples.
    • Medjool Dates: Dates are a key ingredient in many energy ball recipes. They provide the hold that keeps these balls together. See the tips below if your dates seem dry.
    • Pecans: I use pecans in this recipe but you could try using walnuts instead. 
    • Honey: Honey is the sweetener for these energy balls. You could also use maple syrup as a substitution. 
    • Vanilla Extract: Just a hint of vanilla flavoring in this recipe.
    • Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Sea Salt: Don’t skip the spices since they are what makes these energy balls taste like apple pie.

    How To Make Energy Balls

    1. In a high powered blender or food processor, add the dried apples, medjool dates and pecans. Blend on high until the apples, dates and pecans are broken into small pieces and stick together. 
    2. Next, add the rest of the ingredients and pulse until everything is well combined.
    3. Form the dough into small balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands. If the dough is too sticky to handle, try putting the dough in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm them up.
    apple pie energy balls with google eyes stacked in a green cup

    What if the dates are dry?

    You may notice if your dates are dry these bites have a harder time sticking together when you roll them into a ball. Make sure to soften your dates before blending them to prevent this. To do this, I soak my dates in hot water for about 10 minutes and then drain the excess water. Then add the rehydrated dates into the blender and proceed with the recipe as normal.

    What should I call these?

    Honestly the amount of names energy balls go by these days can get a little confusing. You might hear them referred to as things like energy bites, protein balls, bliss balls, or power balls. But for this recipe let’s just call them energy balls.

    How To Store Energy Balls

    To Store: You can store the energy balls in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator. 

    To Freeze: They can be stored in the freezer for about 1 month. They can be thawed on the counter or in the refrigerator.

    easy apple pie energy balls stacked in a glass green cup with fresh apples in the background

    More No Bake Recipes:

    • No Bake Raspberry Energy Balls
    • No Bake Chocolate Cacao Oat Bars
    • No Bake Triple Berry Pie
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles

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    apple pie energy balls stacked in a green glass cup

    Easy Apple Pie Energy Balls

    Not only are these easy apple pie energy balls no bake, they are also made with just 8 simple ingredients! Loaded with dried apples, dates, and pecans for a flavorful bite that’ll keep you full until your next meal.
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: apple energy balls, energy bites, healthy snack, quick snack, raspberry energy balls
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 12 balls
    59 Katelyn | With Sweet Honey

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup dried apples
    • ¼ cup medjool dates pitted
    • ¼ cup pecans chopped
    • 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
    • Pinch of sea salt

    Instructions

    • In a high powered blender or food processor, add the dried apples, medjool dates and pecans. Blend on high until the apples, dates and pecans are broken into small pieces and stick together.
    • Next, add the rest of the ingredients and pulse until everything is well combined.
    • Form the dough into small balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands. Store the balls in a storage container for up to one week in the fridge or one month in the freezer. Enjoy!
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 12balls | Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 12.5g | Calcium: 13mg
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