Busy & Balanced #4: Smart Snacking – Easter Special

Easter is all about joy, color…and let’s be honest — chocolate.🍫

But if you’re tired of the sugar crash that follows, I’ve got something better:

Homemade energy balls! They’re naturally sweet, full of good stuff, and perfect for gifting, snacking, or meal prepping. 🎁🥥

❌ Why most snacks don’t work

• Sneaky extra calories
• Kill your appetite for real meals
• Often ultra-processed
• Blood sugar spikes = energy dips
• Too easy to grab the “wrong” thing

Solution?
Something quick, balanced & delicious — like homemade energy bites.

My Go-To Snack – Energy Balls

🎥 Watch All 3 Recipes in This Video!
Quick, no-bake, no-mixer energy balls in under 5 minutes.

Download the recipe as PDF

🥥Coco-Power Energy Balls

🛒Ingredients (makes 6-10)

• 100g dates
• 1 tbsp nut butter
• 2 tbsp ground almonds
• 2-3 tbsp coconut flakes (+extra for coating)

2 tbsp chopped almonds or slivers

📝Instructions

1. Soak the dates in warm water for 5-10 minutes and mash them.
2. Toast the almond slivers in a dry pan.
3. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Stir well until everything sticks together and forms a dough-like texture.
4. Roll into balls & coat in coconut flakes.
5. Chill 30 mins or enjoy right away!

💡 Keeps in the fridge for up to a week!

🍫No-Guilt Chocolate Bites 

🛒Ingredients (makes 6-10)

• 100g dates
• 1 tbsp nut butter
• 2 tbsp ground almonds
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

📝Instructions

1. Soak and mash the dates.
2. Add to a bowl with nut butter, almonds, cocoa & cinnamon.
3. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
4. Roll into small balls, coat if desired.
5. Chill for 15–20 minutes and enjoy!

☀ Sunny Apricot Chews 

🛒Ingredients (makes 6-10)

• 100g apricots
• 1 tbsp nut butter
• 2 tbsp ground almonds
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp coconut flakes
• 1 tbsp oats
• A squeeze of lemon

📝Instructions

1. Chop or mash apricots (soak first if needed).
2. Add to a bowl with oats, chia, almonds, coconut, nut butter & lemon.
3. Mix well, then shape into balls or squares.
4. Optional: Roll in coconut, seeds, or nuts.
5. Chill for 15–20 minutes — done!

Want some more healthy food inspiration?
You can find many recipes as a Reel on my Instagram! 👉Check them out for step-by-step guides and more inspiration!

💬What’s Your Favorite Energy Ball Recipe?
Drop it in the comments – I’d love to hear your favorite recipes! 😊

🔁Missed previous parts?

• Tips and Tricks to eat healthy to start your journey
• Try my favorite Protein Bagel Recipe for a perfect start in the day!
• No idea what to meal prep for your busy work days? See my fav. meal preps in a jar 

Links & Sources:

• Harvard T.H. Chan “The Science of Snacking”
• Fix Hearts