Description
These Dried Fruit Energy Nuggets are a quick, nutritious snack made from soft dried apricots, dates, and cherries, blended into bite-sized balls coated with toasted sesame seeds. They provide a natural energy boost with wholesome ingredients and no added sugars.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Mix
- 50g soft dried apricots
- 100g soft dried dates
- 50g dried cherries
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seed
Instructions
- Blend Fruit: Place the dried apricots, dates, and cherries into a food processor. Pulse and blend until the mixture is very finely chopped and starts to come together.
- Mix with Coconut Oil: Transfer the chopped fruit mixture into a bowl. Add the coconut oil and use your hands to thoroughly combine until the texture is sticky and holds together well.
- Shape Nuggets: Take portions of the mixture and shape them into walnut-sized balls using your hands, making sure they are compact and uniform.
- Coat with Sesame Seeds: Roll each ball in the toasted sesame seeds to coat evenly. This adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the nuggets.
- Store Properly: Place the finished energy nuggets in an airtight container. Store them at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness. Enjoy as a quick energy-boosting snack whenever you need it.
Notes
- The recipe uses soft dried fruits for easy blending—if your fruits are hard, soak them briefly in warm water.
- You can substitute coconut oil with another neutral oil or nut butter for different flavors and textures.
- For added crunch, try mixing in chopped nuts or seeds inside the mixture before shaping.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator.
- These nuggets are naturally sweetened by fruit, so no added sugar is necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Health Food
Keywords: dried fruit energy nuggets, healthy snacks, no-bake energy balls, dried apricots, dates, dried cherries, sesame seeds, vegan snack
