Does your typical day start with a dry granola bar and a travel mug of coffee, followed by uninspired snacks and another coffee refill? If so, try these Muesli Almond Energy Balls — a quick, wholesome snack that saves you from vending-machine food and keeps your energy steady between meals.
No time for a photo-worthy meal? Try energy balls.
We’ve all seen those Instagram bowls that require an hour of prep and 47 ingredients. Most mornings, you just need something nourishing and fast. These energy balls are designed for busy schedules: simple, portable, and satisfying. They use a base of Old Country Style Muesli mixed with almond butter, honey, maple syrup, and flaxseed meal to create a chewy center, then are rolled in chopped, toasted almonds for crunch.
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Just 6 ingredients
These energy balls use a simple ingredient list: muesli (a mix of whole grains, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit), almond butter for protein, honey and maple syrup to bind and sweeten, flaxseed meal for omega-3s, and chopped almonds for rolling. Toasting the muesli and almonds enhances the flavor, but you can skip toasting to save time — the recipe still comes together in under 10 minutes if needed.
10 minute energy balls
If you’re short on time but want something nourishing, these Muesli Almond Energy Balls are ideal. They form quickly, travel well, and deliver satisfying texture and sustained energy. Roll a batch the night before or on a Sunday, and you’ll have grab-and-go snacks all week.
Recipe
Muesli Almond Energy Balls
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Author: Becky Sue of Baking The Goods
Total Time: 18 minutes
Yield: 30 Energy Balls
Description
Hearty muesli, protein-rich almond butter, omega-rich flaxseed meal, honey, and maple syrup combine into energy-boosting balls with a crunchy almond exterior.
Ingredients
Units
- 2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Old Country Style Muesli
- ¾ cup slivered almonds
- 1 cup almond butter (or other preferred nut butter)
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup flaxseed meal
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the muesli on one baking sheet and the slivered almonds on another in even layers. Toast for about 8 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and allow to cool.
- Roughly chop the cooled almonds and place them in a shallow bowl for rolling.
- In a large bowl, combine almond butter, honey, flaxseed meal, and maple syrup until smooth. Stir in the cooled muesli until evenly mixed.
- Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop (or a spoon) to portion the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form a ball, then roll the ball in the chopped almonds to coat.
- Place finished balls on a lined baking sheet and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm. Store refrigerated for up to 10 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
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