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Pecan Pie Energy Balls Recipe
By Ethan Boldt
December 15, 2021
Everybody loves a twist on a classic, including at holiday time. Even better would be a healthy twist on this dessert favorite. Our gluten-free pecan pie balls recipe pleases traditional pecan pie fans as well as those looking to improve their eating habits.
These no-bake pecan balls are very easy to make, with just seven ingredients and only requiring mixing, shaping and refrigerating. The not-so-secret is Bone Broth Protein Vanilla, which powers these pecan pie balls with gut-supporting protein. (You can also use Collagen Peptides Vanilla.)
In fact, each "energy ball" is a perfect macronutrient snack, with 10 grams of carbs, 7 grams of fat and 7 grams of protein.
How to Make Pecan Balls
Place pecans in a food processor and pulse until in fine pieces. Next, add in the protein powder and sea salt, pulsing until well combined.
Halve and pit the dates, then melt the coconut oil in a small pan. Add the dates, honey, coconut oil and vanilla to the mixture. Process until combined and sticky.
Scrap the mixture out of the food processor onto a wooden cutting board. Form into 14 balls. Place them on a plate and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Other Recipes for Energy Balls
Cranberry Almond Energy Bites (with Multi Collagen Protein)
Strawberry Coconut No-Bake Energy Balls (with Bone Broth Protein Vanilla)
No-Bake Almond Butter Energy Balls (with Bone Broth Protein Vanilla)
Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (with Bone Broth Protein Chocolate or Vanilla)
Pumpkin Energy Balls (with Bone Broth Protein Pumpkin Spice)
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls (with Collagen Peptides)
Raw Brownie Bites (with Bone Broth Protein or Plant Protein+ Chocolate)
Triple Chocolate No-Bake Protein Balls (with Plant Protein+ Chocolate)
Pecan Balls Recipe
Servings
14Calories
130Author
Ethan BoldtMy gluten-free pecan pie balls recipe pleases traditional pecan pie fans as well as those looking to improve their eating habits.
Ingredients
1¼ cups pecans
4 scoops Bone Broth Protein Vanilla (or 4 servings Collagen Peptides Vanilla)
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 cup dates, halved and pitted
1 tablespoon raw honey
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Place pecans in a food processor and pulse until in fine pieces.
Add protein powder and sea salt, pulsing until well combined.
Add dates, honey, oil and vanilla, and process until combined and sticky.
Form into ball shapes and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Nutrition
Calories 130, Carbs 10.4 grams, Fiber 1.7 grams, Sugar 8.3 grams, Fat 7.4 grams, Unsaturated Fat 5.5 grams, Saturated Fat 1.4 grams, Protein 6.7 grams, Sodium 90 milligrams
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