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For easy and portable healthy snacks for kids that they will love to munch on, and you can easily pack for when you are on the go, grab a few ingredients and roll up a quick batch of Cinnamon Caramel Apple Energy Balls.
Healthy Snacks for Kids: Energy Balls
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I have to say I’m really excited about trying these energy bite recipes. I can’t eat any nut butters so a recipe without ANY nut butter is exciting to me. These also use “normal” things that I actually already have!!! Thanks so much. Blessings
These are great! However, with the price of the dates alone over $6,it is a very pricey snack=(
One reader used raisins, I’ll do a price comparison on that. I’m going over to check out the cranberry ball recipe now, thanks.
I sub raisins for dates & it comes our great!
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I just love these! Even though they have a fall-ish flavor, they’re perfect for summer because they’re no-bake. I just gave them a shout-out on my blog. Thanks for such a delicious treat! http://healthylittlechanges.com/2015/06/30/recipes-2-no-bake-oatmeal-treats-and-1-decadent-fudge/
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Now I am readdy tto do my breakfast, afterward having
my breakfast coming again to read other news.
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Does anyone know how to make the dried apples?
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My kids asked for “Apple Rings” today while we were at the store. I had never tried them, but they seemed to really want them, so I obliged. When we got home, I tried one and…YUCK! I am not a fan of the chewy texture! But, then I came across this recipe while scrolling through Pinterest and decided to whip up a batch. I only had chopped dates (the kind coated in sugar), so my mixture didn’t hold together at all. I added a little bit of honey and mixed again…PERFECT! My kids were eating them as fast as I could get them rolled into balls…so, naturally I had to make a second batch! I will get some regular pitted dates for my next batch so I can cut down on the sugar, but there WILL be another batch! Thank you!
Sorry, SHELF life
I’d really love to know the self life of these, and how they need to be stored.
Can you use a smoothie maker if you do not have a food processor?
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These were unexpectedly good. An interesting flavor. I used apple pie spice. I rolled them tiny for my 1 year old to eat out of hand. He LOVED them!! My 6yo isn’t so sure. I rolled them in Halloween sprinkles for her snack today, so we’ll see. She actually said this morning during a taste test (with out the sprinkles) “they’re too sweet!” WHA?!! What kid says that?? WEIRD! I liked them. But the best thing was that the baby liked them so much I had to cut him off. Makes things easy on rushed mornings or dinner time when he’s fussing for a snack (and frankly cheese crumbles and beans only work for so long). Thanks for the recipe. This is the first of its kind that I’ve tried so now I’m on the search for more!! Question: How long do you think these will last? Should I refrigerate them? How about freezing? Any thoughts/advice?
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Could you please email the recipes for the pumpkin pie balls and caramel apple balls to me? The link in the text does not work. Thanks!
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Am I missing something….did not see the caramel in the list of ingredients? How much and when do you add to the mixture?
No caramel used at all. It is an implied taste because of the dates. 🙂
My kids love these. I’d like to double the recipe to have plenty on hand. How do they need to be stored? How long after they are made are they good? Thanks!
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I need help. My mixture isn’t mixing at all. It is just all powdery
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Exactly what I was looking for. Hopefully, my little picky eater would like these.
I am always looking for extra energy! I need to try these! Pinned!
How do you store these?
Howdy. Howdy!
The store was out of chewy apples and I got dried apricots instead. Any suggestions? I’ll let you know how it works out!
Thanks oodles.
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What kind of oats are best? Old fashioned, quick, …?
I used all fashioned and found the consistency worked well.
Could you use medjool dates for this?
I’m not sure what medjool dates are? I’m sorry!
Tip: A melon baller works great for forming these quickly! I have one with a scoop on either end – perfect for big and little kids!
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These are fabulous! So sweet! They’re perfect for my flat mate who can’t have gluten, sugar or dairy. So yummy and allergy free.
It’s too bad you didn’t provide the nutritional values for this treat (cals/fat grams/fiber). Sounds yummy, think I might try them. 🙂
We just made these and the kids LOVE them – thanks! I’ll definitely be sharing these with my Mummy friends 🙂
What kind of oats old fashioned , steel cut , quick cook works work better
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I’m with ya on the style thing 🙂 I’ve never used apples in my energy balls, but it is a great idea! The kids would love them and it helps us to be able to bring them anywhere and not worry about allergies.
Cooked oats? I have a serious (read EPI pen worthy) wheat/gluten allergy and have GF old-fashioned rolled oats. I bake, but I’ve never made this kind of snack – so I have no clue if I just throw them in or cook them first.
Uncooked oats.
Where do you find pitted dates at the store? I’ve tried to find them for several recipes and must be looking in the wrong spot because I leave empty handed every time. 🙁
Usually I find them in the same area as the raisins. Or in the bulk section if you have one of those.
Kim, I see you’re in AZ, you should be able to find your pitted dates at Sprouts if you live in the valley.
These look so yummy, Jenny! Thank you bunches for linking up and partying with us!
OH how yummy! These remind me of Lara bars and perfect to take on a hike!
I’m always looking for healthy snack ideas for our kids. Definitely going to try these!
Would this work with raw apples?
I wouldn’t think so. Aside from turning brown, I would think they would have too much moisture in them.
I’m going to try drying my own apples in oven if ripe apples don’t work with recipe
These sound great! Will be pinning for later. I just shared a ‘chocolate-covered peppermint almond bites’ recipe on my blog that is similar to this (made with dates)–so tasty and easy!
Great recipe!! So easy. If the mixture doesn’t bind too well for any reason add a small drizzle of Canadian maple syrup.