Description
Mexican chocolate chia balls offer a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and nutty chia seeds. Small spheres pack complex flavors that dance between sweet and earthy notes, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- ½ cup (120 ml) almond butter
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chia seeds
- ¼ cup (60 ml) raw cacao powder
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (60 ml) dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Blending Base: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine rolled oats and chia seeds to create a uniform foundational mixture.
- Creating Liquid Base: Melt almond butter and honey in a small saucepan over low heat, whisking until achieving a smooth, silky consistency.
- Flavor Infusion: Integrate raw cacao powder, sea salt, and vanilla extract into the melted mixture, stirring until completely smooth and well-incorporated.
- Mixture Integration: Pour the chocolate-infused liquid over the oat and chia seed base, mixing comprehensively to ensure even ingredient distribution.
- Chilling and Chocolate Addition: Briefly refrigerate the mixture for 5-10 minutes to cool, then gently fold in dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Shaping and Setting: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form uniform spherical portions and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to solidify and develop a satisfying texture.
- Storage and Serving: Transfer the completed chocolate chia balls to an airtight container, storing in the refrigerator for convenient snacking and optimal freshness.
Notes
- Chill for Perfect Texture: Refrigerate the mixture briefly before shaping to prevent chocolate chips from melting and help bind ingredients together.
- Consistent Size Matters: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to create uniform balls, ensuring even cooking and professional-looking presentation.
- Storage Secret: Keep these energy-packed treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, maintaining their delicious texture and freshness.
- Customize with Confidence: Experiment with different nut butters or add-ins like coconut flakes or dried fruit to make the recipe uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 24 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg