Sunflower Seeds

Energy Balls Recipe with Sunflower Seeds and Hazelnuts

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dakota sunflower seeds
• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 cup hazelnuts (or walnuts)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons grated coconut
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Hazelnuts: Chop the hazelnuts (or walnuts) into fine pieces in a food processor.
2. Prepare the Mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Dakota sunflower seeds, oatmeal, chopped hazelnuts, shredded coconut, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon.
3. Add Liquid Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well.
4. Form the Balls: Take small pieces of the mixture and roll them in your hands to form energy balls. If you like, you can roll them in shredded coconut or extra sunflower seeds.
5. Refrigerate: Let the energy balls rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, so that they become firmer.

Serve:

You can consume the energy balls as a snack or use them as a post-workout energy boost. Bon appetit!