Healthy Recipes Ingredients Healthy Grain Recipes Healthy Oat Recipes Sticky Bun-Inspired Energy Balls 4.8 (5) 3 Reviews This energy ball is packed with just the right amount of sugar and spice. To really emulate a sticky bun, we added a caramel pecan topping for a nice extra crunch. You can substitute any nut butter for the cashew butter if you prefer. 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 October 24, 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: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 16 servings Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup pecan halves plus 1 tablespoon, divided 1/2 cup cashew butter 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons caramel syrup Directions Combine oats, 1/2 cup pecans, cashew butter, maple syrup, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, vanilla and salt in a food processor. Process until fully combined and a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or measuring spoon, scoop 16 portions of the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. With clean hands, roll each portion into a ball. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Finely chop the remaining 1 tablespoon pecans; transfer to a small bowl. Stir in caramel syrup and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon. Spoon 1/4 teaspoon of the caramel mixture over each energy ball. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless To make ahead Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Equipment Parchment paper EatingWell.com, October 2023 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 98 Calories 6g Fat 10g Carbs 2g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 16 Serving Size 1 energy ball Calories 98 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 10g 4% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 5g Protein 2g 4% Total Fat 6g 8% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Vitamin A 0µg Vitamin C 0mg 0% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 0mg 3% Folate 6µg Vitamin K 3µg Sodium 66mg 3% Calcium 17mg 1% Iron 1mg 4% Magnesium 27mg 6% Potassium 73mg 2% Zinc 1mg 6% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved