I recently got back from a short visit to my homeland, the Czech Republic. I won't go on about how amazing Czech Republic is or bore you with how much (really a lot) I am scared of flying, but what I will tell you and what you are probably the most interested in, is what I eat on the aeroplane, Healthy energy balls.
There are no healthy snacks when you fly with Ryanair (yep I'm a cheap airline girl) The best choices are olives but even those are not always in stock. So be smart and be prepared with these 5 ingredients, healthy energy balls. Make them the day before you fly and leave them to set in the fridge.
The flavours will mix and create something chocolatey, lovely, a bit gooey and very tasty, yet healthy! Of course these can be eaten anytime, not just on the aeroplane. These are the perfect combination of protein, carbs and fats, so a delicious, fast, nutritious and cheap snack. As always use the ingredients you have and replace with suitable alternatives eg. Medjool dates could be swapped for normal dates, raw cacao replaced with cocoa powder. No hazelnuts? Go for almonds or seeds if you need a nut free version. The world is your oyster especially when it comes to these healthy energy balls 🙂
Healthy energy balls recipe
Recipe
Healthy energy balls
Healthy energy balls recipe. Made with only 5 ingredients, hazelnuts, dates, cocoa, chia seeds and vanilla extract for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hazelnuts
- 1 cup pitted dates (Medjool are the best)
- 2 tablespoon raw cacao powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (I used Chia Bia ground chia seeds, but you can use whole)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the coating: anything you have in the house, I used hemp seeds, desiccated coconut and goji berries
Instructions
- Start by grounding the hazelnuts into a flour consistency . The more chunks the better the texture.
- Next add pitted dates, cacao powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract and then pulse until you get a sticky dough.
- Form small balls, roll them in your favourite coating and place in the fridge to set for an hour or so
If you like these and want more clean eating and healthy energy balls don't forget to check out my clean energy balls, carrot protein balls or clean chocolate mint bombs, they are all delicious too!
Much love,
Hedi
Adele Lindsell
I've just made these tonight and ohh my goodness ? How many can you eat in one go without been naughty lol.....
There divine x
Hedi Hearts
Thank you Adele! Glad you love them. I would say 3 in one go are fine 🙂 but it is not easy to scoff them all down immediately! Hedi xxx
Cerys
How many do they make??
Hedi Hearts
Between 8-10 balls Cerys. Hedi xxx
Debbie
Hi hedi, loving your recipes! How long do you think these would keep in the fridge for? Thanks, debbie
Hedi Hearts
Awww thank you Debbie, your comment made my morning. They will stay lovely and fresh for up to 5 days. Hedi xxx
Martina Marek
Prague is such a wonderful city. Hedi, the balls look wonderful. Since I have been trying to watch my calorie intake - any idea how many calories in 2 balls? Any idea how long they will last before they get spoiled? Thank you kindly for your response xoxo
Hedi Hearts
Martina, so lovely to hear from fellow Czech girl, Prague is indeed beautiful! I don't count calories or macros, so can't help with that, but can confirm these delicious balls will last up to 5 days in the fridge. Hedi xxx