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Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Bites

Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls – perfect for beating that afternoon energy slump.

Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls - A healthier way to combat that afternoon energy dip!

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  • Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls Recipe

Why is sugar so tempting? I find myself craving chocolate, cake or biscuits whenever the afternoon slump hits. I’ve tried to be healthier since reaching my target weight, keeping up weekly classes and mindful eating, but cravings still sneaks in.

These energy balls are my compromise: a healthier snack that still feels a little indulgent thanks to a touch of white chocolate. They’re sweet and chewy with a pleasant crunch from chia seeds and coconut. I often have one before a workout — they help power me through and stop me raiding the biscuit tin.

Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls - A healthier way to combat that afternoon energy dip!

If you’re looking for simple energy-boosting snack ideas, these are easy to make, portable and satisfying. They work well as a pre-workout bite, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a quick sweet treat that’s less processed than many shop options.

Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls - A healthier way to combat that afternoon energy dip!
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Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls

By Nicky Corbishley
A healthier way to combat that afternoon energy dip.
Prep Time:
15
Total Time:
15
Servings: 32 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 110 g cashew nuts
  • 50 g rolled oats (check they’re certified gluten free if needed)
  • 90 g white chocolate chips (check they’re certified gluten free if needed)
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 g dried apricots
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 6 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
UK (metric) – **Convert to US Measures**

Instructions

  • Place the cashew nuts in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs, about 30 seconds. Avoid over-processing or they may release oil.
  • Add the oats, half the white chocolate chips, vanilla extract, dried apricots and salt. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together and clump.
  • Stir in the remaining chocolate chips and the chia seeds with a spoon.
  • Spread the shredded coconut on a plate.
  • Scoop a heaped teaspoon of the mixture, press and roll into a ball with your hands, then roll in the coconut. Place on a tray and repeat until all the mixture is used.

Notes

Nutritional information is per energy ball.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal
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Carbohydrates: 8g
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Protein: 1g
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Fat: 3g
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Saturated Fat: 1g
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Sodium: 22mg
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugar: 5g

Nutrition information is an approximation and should be used as a guide only.


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Cashew Apricot White Chocolate Energy Balls - A healthier way to combat that afternoon energy dip!

This recipe was first posted in July 2016 and has been updated for clarity and housekeeping.

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