Super easy power balls made with dry fruits and desiccated coconut are the perfect healthy snack to provide a boost of energy enough to uplift your tiring day. These dried fruit balls are quick, easy and delicious treats prepared with all-natural ingredients!!
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About the power balls recipe
The plant-based energy balls are full of power-packed nutrition that refreshes and uplifts you instantly. The bite-sized power balls are delicious, light and naturally sweet from the raisins. It is a perfect guilt-free treat for a sweet tooth who wants something sweet after a meal like me.
Check out my other dessert recipes like strawberry cake, apple walnut cake, Parle G cake, choco bars, jelly cakes, and rainbow cakes too!
Reason to 💖 this recipe
There are several reasons to love this recipe, which are as follows but not limited to:
- Low-calorie snack.
- An easy and quick recipe that takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
- No artificial sugar, no added preservatives, and all-natural ingredients. (except optional icing sugar if you like to sprinkle it on the top for garnish)
- Versatile as you can easily substitute it with any other nuts and dry fruits you like.
- These balls are full of antioxidants, fibre and protein, which is super healthy for the mind and body.
- One or two is the perfect serving that keeps you full for longer.
- I am sure kids will love them in their lunches or after-school snacks as it is easy to nibble them.
So, give a try such an easy, super healthy power balls recipe that energizes you instantly and share with me your experiences and how it goes!
Ingredients
To make these healthy dry fruit balls, you need the following items:
Almonds
- These are popular tree nuts, highly rich in antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. Being low in carbohydrates but rich in fibre and protein makes it a perfect snack for people who like to shed extra pounds. This leads to a feeling of fullness and hence fewer hunger pangs.
- Moreover, almonds have abundant magnesium, a mineral that has proven its beneficial role in improving type- 2 diabetes and helping control blood pressure.
- Some studies have also shown that regular consumption of almonds can lower bad cholesterol levels, a potential risk factor for heart problems.
- I add almonds to almost every dessert like cookies, cakes, puddings etc. I use natural almonds and prefer to be roughly crushed instead of chopped. In this way, these give depth to the preparation, and one can enjoy the crunchiness too.
Cashews
- Cashews are popular with all ages. Not nuts, but due to their similarities with nuts, they are often classified as such.
- They are slightly sweet in flavour with a buttery texture. Cashews are everyone's first choice to garnish in the culinary world, be it sweet or savoury dishes.
- Nuts are super healthy and rich in fibre and protein. These contain copper, manganese, and magnesium, necessary elements for energy production, bone, and brain health.
- Cashews are beneficial for weight loss, improved blood sugar control, and a healthier heart.
- I use broken natural nuts in making these healthy power balls.
Walnuts
- Walnuts are single-seeded stone fruits of the walnut tree and are an excellent source of healthy fat especially, omega-3, protein, and fibre. These are highly beneficial for brain and heart health.
- Studies have proved that frequent walnut consumption is associated with improved cardiovascular risk factors and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Walnuts are especially rich in α-linolenic acid, an essential precursor of omega-3 PUFAs, associated with anti-inflammatory and anti-atherogenic properties.
- For preparing these balls, I use natural Californian walnut.
Raisins
- These are dried forms of grapes that have either sun-dried or dehydrated.
- Raisins are high in sugar and calories but power-packed with fibres, minerals and vitamins.
- These are excellent sources of iron and keep bones strong. Iron is also necessary for making red blood cells and transporting oxygen to the cells of our body. To prevent iron deficiency anemia, one requires enough quantity of iron. This iron deficiency is fulfilled by eating raisins regularly.
- Raisins are naturally sweet, and thus I do not add any extra sugar to this balls recipe as they provide enough sweetness to the balls. If you like balls to be more on the sweet side, you can add pitted dates with raisins or increase the raisins quantity according to your requirement.
Desiccated coconut
- Desiccated coconut is dried grated coconut flesh. It is prepared by grating the white, mature coconut flesh and hot air-dried at about 55°c. It is unsweetened in taste and dry in touch.
- Desiccated coconut differs from shredded coconut. It is finely grated and has less moisture in it in comparison to shredded coconut.
- Being a coconut lover, I add it almost on the top of every dessert. It takes the dish to the next level in terms of taste and texture.
Milk
- Milk is one of the most healthy and nutritious beverages in the world. It is loaded with vitamins and minerals required for our body's growth and development.
- There are so many variations of milk available in the grocery store. The most popular one is cow milk. It is also available in several types like whole milk, low-fat and skimmed based on their fat content.
- I am not using any oil or butter in this preparation, so I highly recommend using whole milk for this ball recipe. It contains a high percentage of fat. This fat content in milk provides balls with a creamy base that helps them in binding and also provides moisture to the balls.
How to make power balls?
For the full recipe, check out the video below.
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Following are the detailed steps for making this easy healthy fruit power balls recipe:
- Roughly chop the raisins into small bite-sized. Do not grind them as they will get sticky and messy.
- Grind the almonds, cashews, and walnuts into a coarse mixture.
- Transfer this mixture to a bowl, and add desiccated coconut and chopped raisins.
- Pour in milk. I use one tablespoon of milk. The quantity of milk may vary, so use it a little at a time. Add as much as required.
- Knead to combine all the ingredients well. Kneading releases the oil present in the nuts and coconut that helps in the binding of the balls.
- Take a small portion of the mixture and make small bite-sized balls.
- Optional step- sprinkle icing sugar on the top of these balls or gently roll them into the desiccated coconut.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- Super delicious power balls are ready!
Storage
- Store it in an airtight container.
- Refrigerate these power balls as soon you prepare them.
- These balls stay fresh for a couple of days in the fridge if you store them properly.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The number of servings this recipe makes depends on what size you like to make your balls. I make them bite-sized small size. It came out to be 12 balls.
Some of the balls were already in my tummy before clicking the pictures as I could not wait any longer to taste them! Hehe!
Variations
- Try adding a different texture to the power balls by coating them in desiccated coconut, sesame seeds, choco etc.
- You can add seeds like pumpkin, chia, flax, sesame, sunflower, and hemp. These superfoods are not only healthy but also energy boosters.
- Some more nuts you can add or replace peanuts, pine nuts, pistachios, hazelnuts, and macadamia, depending on your taste buds.
Tips N Suggestions
- Refrigerate the balls for half an hour before serving to give them enough time to settle the balls.
- If the sweetness from the raisins is not enough, you can add crushed jaggery or chopped pitted dates.
- Use whole milk only; this gives a rich, creamy texture to the balls.
- Add milk little by little to make the balls.
- Store in the fridge for longer shelf life.
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Recipe
10 Mins Healthy Power Balls Recipe
These super easy power balls made with dry fruits and desiccated coconut are the perfect healthy snack to provide a boost of energy enough to uplift your tiring day.
Equipment
- Blender/ Food processor
Ingredients
- 50 g Almonds
- 50 g Cashewnuts
- 50 g Walnuts
- 30 g Raisins
- 50 g Desiccated Coconut unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- Icing Sugar Optional
Instructions
- Roughly chop raisins into small size.
- Grind almonds, cashews and walnuts in a mixer to a powder.
- Combine all the ingredients (powdered nuts, raisins, and coconut).
- Knead it using the milk. Add milk a little at a time.
- Make small bite-sized balls.
- Optional, sprinkle icing sugar on the top of the balls. Or roll into the desiccated coconut.
- Store in an air tight container in the fridge.
Video
Notes
- Refrigerate the balls for half an hour before serving to give enough time to settle the balls.
- If the sweetness from the raisins is not enough, you can add crushed jaggery or chopped pitted dates.
- Use whole milk only; this gives a rich, creamy texture to the balls.
- Add milk little by little to make the balls.
- Store in the fridge for longer shelf life
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 12 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 109 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 9.2g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.3g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 6% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 3g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 18mg | 1% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 117mg | 2% |
Sara
I love a no-bake snack that's simple for the kids! These look like they're easy and fun so we can actually make them together, thanks!
Abhi
Thanks, Sara!
Giangi Townsend
Great snack and so easy to make. Love it!
Abhi
Thanks, Giangi!
April
These were delicious and my kids love power balls of all kinds!
Camilla
Great recipe! Easy to make and a perfect healthy sweet treat!
Nicola
So easy and such a yummy snack! Thanks for sharing
Amber
Perfect snack for my kids who I struggle to get to eat enough protein!
Tianna
love the idea of using raisins instead of dates, cannot wait to try
Jess
These are so great to have on hand!
Katie
These power balls are perfect! Don't take long to make, and they taste amazing!