Ingredients Healthy Fruit Recipes Healthy Berry Recipes Healthy Blueberry Recipes High-Protein Lemon-Blueberry Energy Balls 4.0 (4) 4 Reviews These sweet and refreshing energy balls pack in the protein from almonds, almond butter and hemp seeds. Enjoy this easy snack before or after a workout or as a nice midday pick-me-up at work. The finishing glaze adds a tangy sweetness, but you can leave it off if you prefer a little less sugar. By Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on December 7, 2023 Tested by Craig Ruff Tested by Craig Ruff Craig Ruff was first exposed to professional food service while working for an event center at the business school he was attending. There, he was responsible for maintaining the kitchen for caterers. He has been a lifelong cook, and followed his passion through culinary school and to working in restaurants. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 8 servings Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Heart-Healthy Vegetarian High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Ingredients 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup unsweetened dried blueberries plus 2 teaspoons, divided 1/2 cup unsalted almond butter 4 pitted Medjool dates 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup hemp seeds 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest 6 tablespoons lemon juice plus 3/4 teaspoon, divided 2 teaspoons honey 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar Directions Combine oats, 1/2 cup dried blueberries, almond butter, dates, almonds, hemp seeds, lemon zest, 6 tablespoons lemon juice, honey and salt in a food processor; process until a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or measuring spoon, scoop 16 rounded portions of the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using clean hands, roll each portion into a ball. Refrigerate the balls, uncovered, until cool to the touch, about 20 minutes. Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Finely chop the remaining 2 teaspoons dried blueberries. Whisk confectioners’ sugar and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon lemon juice in a small bowl until no lumps remain. Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl Drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the chilled energy balls (about 1/4 teaspoon glaze each). While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle evenly with chopped blueberries. Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl To make ahead Refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days. Equipment Parchment paper Nutrition Information Serving Size: 2 energy ballsCalories 251, Fat 13g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 29g, Total Sugars 16g, Added Sugars 3g, Protein 7g, Fiber 5g, Sodium 74mg, Potassium 322mg EatingWell.com, December 2023 Rate It Print