Cranberry Date Energy Balls

  • Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 5
  • Serving Size: 2.0 ounces
  • Stage: Post-Recovery (Snack)

INGREDIENTS:

  • Cranberries, dried - 1/3 cup (53 grams)
  • Dates, medjool, pitted (without seed) - 5 medium (108 grams)
  • Almonds - 3 oz (85 grams)
  • Rolled oats - 1/2 cup (48 grams)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and mix until no big chunks of dates or cranberries are left. The paste should easily stick together when trying to form a ball.
  2. Make 10 balls and place in a flat container in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Do not layer them on top of each other or they will stick.
  3. Enjoy!

*Note: Divide equally by the listed number of servings. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

NUTRITION FACTS per serving:

  • Calories 230
  • Protein 5 grams
  • Carbs 33 grams
  • Fat 9 grams
  • Fiber 5 grams
  • Sugar 22 grams
  • Iron 7% DV
  • Calcium 6% DV
  • Sodium 0% DV

DV = Daily Value, Based on diet for healthy adults

Nutritionist notes: Some patients can experience low energy levels due to low carbohydrate intakes or low calorie intakes overall. This recipe can help deal with that without affecting your weight loss goals.

Tags: dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, high-fiber, gastric sleeve, vsg, bariatric, diet, recipe

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*The picture is meant for illustrative purposes and may sometimes not be representative of the serving size. For a precise serving size please follow the list of ingredients carefully, using grams as the most exact measurement.