Caramel Apple Energy Balls are a quick, no-bake snack with a delicious apple flavor. These nut free energy balls are plant-based and gluten-free - perfect for a delicious burst of energy!
Nothing screams fall like caramel apples. Caramel apples are a classic fall treat that remind me of crisp autumn air and pumpkin picking.
I always want September to feel like fall. Everyone starts drinking pumpkin spice lattes, but in most of the country it's still sweltering outside!
There's no way I'm going to bake a ton of treats when it's still hot out.
These Caramel Apple Energy Balls bring fall to life without the oven. They are no-bake and take approximately 10 minutes to make. AND they have all the fall flavor.
Dates (especially medjool dates) have a caramel-like flavor. They are sticky and sweet and have that caramel richness. So, instead of using caramel, which is usually made from pure sugar, these energy balls use dates.
The apple flavor comes from dried apples, which have an intense apple taste because they're dried.
Step 1. Add all the ingredients except the date syrup to a food processor. Blend, adding the date syrup until the mixture comes together.
Step 2. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion the mixture and with wet hands, roll into tablespoon-sized balls.
Only use as much date syrup as you need for the mixture to stick together.
If the bites are a little loose, put them in the fridge for a few minutes to firm them up.
These bites will keep for a few days on the counter. If stored in the fridge they'll last a week or two.
Thank you God for sweet, fall snacks that give us energy to do Your work throughout the day. Amen.
If you're looking for another delicious no-bake apple recipe check out my Raw Apple Pie Granola Bars.
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Caramel Apple Energy Balls are a quick, no-bake snack with a delicious apple flavor. These nut free energy balls are plant-based and gluten-free - perfect for a delicious burst of energy!
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