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    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls

    Published: Jan 11, 2018 · Updated: Feb 6, 2019 by Natalie · 19 Comments

    Packed with powerful superfoods, these Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls are simple yet so delicious snack that is both satisfying and good for your health. Nutty and sweet, these little power balls are the perfect energizing, good mood snack.

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    By now you probably figured out that I'm pretty obsessed with super spice TURMERIC. I use it whenever and wherever I can. In smoothies, like Orange Persimmon Smoothie, and in soups, like Carrot Ginger Soup or Tomato Apple Soup.

    Oh, I looove turmeric infused soups. And you can guess what my fav snack is... Lemon Turmeric Energy Balls. Ok, ok... I love chocolate ones too. Do I need to explain why?! (hint: chocolate!)

    Lately, I can add another one superpowered food to my obsession list. It's MACA POWDER. And oh boy how I'm hooked on maca powder. Like unbelievably!

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    I discovered maca root powder like only three months ago. Yeah, yeah, I know. I didn't realize that something so powerful even exists a few months ago. How didn't I discovered it before? Well, my only explanation is... I'm a lazy learner.

    And WHO KNEW that darn thing is soooo delicious. I mean, look at it, its pale beige color. Let's be honest here - it's not a much attractive. Unlike bright yellow turmeric. Am I right?! Someone actually has to convince you to try it.

    Well, I've tried it ... finally, after standing there on my kitchen shelf for a month... and I fell immediately in love. It has a taste almost like caramel with a dash of vanilla and ginger.

    Also, it has a deep earthy, root-like, flavor that is truly intriguing. And later I found out it pairs beautifully with my favorite turmeric. Bingo!

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    There's no doubt that maca is super powerful. It is an ancient Peruvian root, and it's loaded with nutrients - vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids (like 20 different kinds — that’s just about all of them!), and antioxidants. It's great for balancing hormones, physical and mental energy as well as for overall health and immunity.

    I will tell you only this... I use it for a month now, almost every day and I FEEL how it affects my energy levels. I feel so much more energized. I can't wait to see how it will effect my PMS thou. If it succeeds to balance my hormones, I'll get a yearly supply of maca powder from my hubby for sure.

    Since I fell in love with maca, every day I'm discovering new ways to use it. And since I loveee raw no-bake guilt-free treats, making these Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls was only natural thing to do.

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls are a nutrient-dense blend of nuts, dried fruit, as well as four natures greatest most powerful superfoods - Maca powder, raw cacao powder, turmeric and Ceylon cinnamon. Maca is protein dense and has a wonderful caramel, vanilla flavor.

    Combined with antioxidants loaded cacao (raw chocolate) makes a super delicious and energizing snack. Turmeric paired beautifully with maca powder deepening its rooty flavor while cinnamon gave the perfect scent.

    I rolled balls in crushed goji berries for the extra immunity boost, but you can basically roll these cuties in anything you like - ground nuts or chia seeds - for the extra protein boost.

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    These amazing little energy bomblets are truly one scrumptious treat. Plus they're amazingly easy to make.

    You simply need to give Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls a try. I just know you'll get hooked on its amazing taste and its soft highly addictive texture.

    Balls are naturally sweetened with dates and super low-calorie so feel free to indulge yourself with more than one.

    Enjoy!

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls Vegan Glute-Free Refined Sugar-Free Low-Calorie Snack

    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls

    By Natalie
    Turmeric Maca Powder Cacao Energy Balls packed with nutrients, healthy fats and antioxidants. Nutty and deliciously sweet, these power balls are perfect good mood snack. These are vegan, gluten-free, added sugar-free. 
    4.5 from 19 votes
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine International
    Servings 22 balls
    Calories 78 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 Medjool dates
    • ½ cup almonds
    • ½ cup walnuts
    • 2 tablespoons cacao powder
    • 3 tablespoons maca powder
    • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
    • 2 teaspoons Ceylon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • Crushed goji berries and ground walnuts for rolling

    Instructions
     

    • Remove the pits from dates and soak them in hot water for several minutes. When the dates are softened, drain them and place in food processor. Save the water.
    • Add the other ingredients to a food processor and process until mixture begins to thicken and stick together.
    • Check texture by pinching a bit between your fingers. It should be sticky and able to keep its shape. If the mixture is too dry, add 1 Tablespoon more water in which you have soaked the dates.
    • With the teaspoon scoop the mixture and roll into small balls. Roll individual balls in crushed goji berries or ground almonds to coat.

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until serving. Keep the energy balls frozen up to 3 months in the freezer. As a measure, I used US cup (240ml).

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ball | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Potassium: 159mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.6mg
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

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    About Natalie

    Natalie Knezic is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She's also a certified nutrition coach and weight loss specialist. She actively coaches, creates recipes and writes about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    Comments

    1. Rendy says

      November 01, 2020 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      Delish!!

      Reply
    2. Megan says

      April 20, 2019 at 7:12 pm

      Very excited about this recipe! After a terrible malfunction with the recipe using my Vitamix, I found that if you process all of the dry ingredients together and process the wet ingredients together then mix the two by hand it works A LOT better. So delicious and love that my 3-year-old loves them too!

      Reply
      • Lee says

        May 28, 2022 at 4:43 pm

        There are so many Maca supplements could you help me decide which is the best. I don't know how many mg's I should take in a day or what brand is better. Thanks so much

      • Natalie says

        May 29, 2022 at 8:20 pm

        I'm using yellow maca, 1-2 teaspoons in a maca latte or added to a smoothie.

        You can read my article Benefits of maca powder

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