Craving something sweet, nutritious, and absolutely delicious? Prepare to fall in love with these incredible Blueberry Muffin Larabar Balls that taste like a decadent treat but are packed with wholesome ingredients! These no-bake, easy-to-make balls are about to become your new obsession, offering the perfect blend of natural sweetness, nutty crunch, and that irresistible blueberry muffin flavor - without any guilt or complicated baking required!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup dried blueberries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare your food processor by ensuring it is clean and dry. Place the raw almonds in the processor and pulse until they are finely chopped but not completely powdered.
- Add the pitted dates to the processor with the chopped almonds. Process until the dates and almonds begin to form a sticky, cohesive mixture.
- Add the dried blueberries, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the processor. Pulse several times until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture starts to clump together.
- Stop the processor and scrape down the sides with a spatula to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a clean work surface. Using clean hands, squeeze and knead the mixture to ensure it holds together well.
- Roll the mixture into uniform balls, each approximately 1-inch in diameter. You should be able to create about 10 balls.
- Optional: Roll the balls in additional finely chopped almonds or unsweetened shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined plate or container. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to help them firm up and develop a better texture.
- Store the Blueberry Muffin Larabar Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Tips
- Use a high-quality food processor for the best texture and consistency. A powerful processor will help blend the ingredients more evenly.
- Ensure your dates are soft and pitted. If they seem dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before using, then drain thoroughly.
- For a more uniform texture, chop your almonds very finely. This helps the balls hold together better and creates a smoother mouthfeel.
- When rolling the balls, slightly dampen your hands with water to prevent the mixture from sticking to your palms.
- Get creative with coatings! Try rolling the balls in chia seeds, crushed nuts, or unsweetened coconut for added texture and flavor.
- These balls are best stored in the refrigerator, which helps them maintain their shape and keeps them fresh for up to a week.
- For meal prep, you can easily double or triple the recipe and freeze the balls for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
