Gingerbread Energy Balls

These gingerbread energy balls are a quick, healthy, and festive treat perfect for the holiday season, providing balanced energy and requiring no baking!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 12 energy balls

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Nuts

1 cup toasted pecans Enhances the texture with a rich, buttery flavor.
1 cup toasted walnuts Provides an earthy, mildly sweet taste.

Base Ingredients

2 cups quick oats Provides a chewy texture and helps bind the balls.
1 cup softened raisins Adds natural sweetness and moisture.

Spices

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Infuses warmth and brings out classic gingerbread flavors.
1 teaspoon ground ginger Adds a zesty kick for the gingerbread taste.
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Introduces a warm, slightly sweet flavor.
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Contributes complex flavors reminiscent of the holidays.
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds warm, nutty depth.

Binders

1/4 cup molasses Provides a rich, sweet flavor and binds ingredients.
1/4 cup maple syrup Adds hint of maple richness.

Other

1 pinch salt Enhances overall flavor.

Method

Preparation

Toast the pecans and walnuts at 350 degrees F for 6-10 minutes if not already toasted.
Soften the raisins in hot water for about 5 minutes, then drain.

Mixing

In a food processor, combine cooled nuts, oats, raisins, and spices. Pulse to blend.
Add molasses and maple syrup, and blend until the mixture starts to clump.
If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of reserved raisin soaking water and blend again.

Serving

Scoop tablespoon amounts of dough and roll into balls. Optionally roll in cinnamon.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

These energy balls are great for meal prep, perfect for sharing, and can be customized with different mix-ins.