Sunflower Seed Butter Energy Balls
These sunflower seed butter energy balls make the perfect snack for busy kids, teens, and parents alike. They also happen to be nut-free, gluten-free, and vegan, making them the perfect allergy-friendly school snack!
Equipment
- 1 large food processor
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Old-fashioned oats certified gluten-free if needed
- 1 14-ounce jar Sunflower Seed Butter 88 Acres Brand
- 1 cup Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup Puffed rice cereal
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- In a large food processor, pulse together old-fashioned oats until they resemble a coarse grain.
- Add the sunflower seed butter and maple syrup to the food processor and process to combine.
- Add the Chex and puffed rice cereal to the food processor and continue to process until thoroughly mixed, stopping and scraping down the sides as needed. If the mixture seems dry, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time until it starts to stick together.
- Taste test and add an additional tablespoon of maple syrup if desired.
- Transfer the mixture to a rimmed baking sheet (lined with parchment paper for easier clean up if desired). Form into about 25-28 balls.
- Use a sieve (fine mesh strainer) to dust with cocoa powder if desired. Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.