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    Superfood Spirulina Energy Balls (Refined Sugar-Free!)

    Published: Mar 11, 2022 · Modified: Apr 18, 2025 by Marinela Malcheva


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    These scrumptious spirulina energy balls are vegan, naturally gluten-free, oil-free, and refined sugar-free. Easy to make as wholesome no-bake snacks or a quick tasty dessert.

    Packed with plant-based protein, healthy fats, fiber, and a lot of flavors these raw spirulina date balls are both healthy and decadent!

    That's why they are one of my fave make-ahead snack recipes for meal prep. They are insanely good and simple to make with only 6 ingredients, and 1 food processor in just 15 minutes or less.

    No cooking experience required!

    Bonus? They are kid-friendly and suitable for people with many dietary restrictions.

    Spirulina Snack Bliss Balls

    Spirulina snack balls with dates in a small red pot. Delicious protein pre or post workout bites.

    I love finding new ways to use spirulina! My spirulina chia pudding and my green spirulina shake are delicious high-protein options. Also, don’t miss out on my green spirulina cookies.

    And these treats are perfect for quick snacks, lunchboxes, or even edible gifts. Make them ahead for grab-and-go energy bites—portable, satisfying, and sweet!

    Ingredients

    Sweet vegan energy balls in a plate on wooden table with spirulina powder, raw almonds and pepitas. Kid-friendly, dairy-free make ahead recipe without refined sugar or oil.

    This simple vegan dessert recipe calls for a few pantry staples I'm sure you already have at hand right now. Here they are:

    • Dates
    • Raw almonds
    • Raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
    • Desiccated coconut
    • Spirulina powder
    • Peanut butter (learn how to make creamy homemade PB here)

    As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.

    Sweet vegan energy balls in a plate on wooden table. Kid-friendly, dairy-free make ahead recipe without refined sugar or oil.

    Time needed: 15 minutes

    How do you make spirulina energy balls?

    1. Process almonds and pumpkin seeds

      First, in a food processor or high-powered blender put raw almonds and pumpkin seeds. Pulse for a few seconds at a time until they are finely ground.

    2. Blend everything together

      Next, add dates, desiccated coconut, peanut butter, and spirulina powder to the ground almonds and pumpkin seeds. Process until a sticky dough is formed.
      If your dates are not soft enough, make sure to soften them first. Put them in a bowl and cover them with hot, boiling water. Let them soak for 5-10 minutes. If you do this step make sure to completely drain the dates otherwise the mixture won't be sticky but too wet and the balls won't form well.

    3. Form small balls

      Then, with a tablespoon, scoop out of the mixture and roll small balls using your hands. Transfer to a plate and keep refrigerated.
      Store them in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container. Freeze any leftovers for up to 2 months in the freezer-friendly container. Enjoy!

    Hand holding green vegan protein balls with spirulina powder and dates as a quick and easy snack or dessert idea.
    Are spirulina energy balls actually healthy?

    Absolutely! These chewy energy-boosting treats are packed with antioxidants and fiber in addition to complex carbs, plant-based protein, and healthy monounsaturated fats. That's a perfect mix to reduce your hunger and fuel you on busy days. Yes, you can skip the processed donuts or granola and enjoy these guilt-free snacks whenever you need a healthy pick-me-up.
    They really help me resist all that junk food and keep control over my clean eating habits.

    How long do spirulina protein balls last in the freezer?

    You can put them into a freezer-friendly container or bag and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Just defrost them for a few hours at room temperature before you enjoy them.

    Can I use different nuts or seeds for this recipe?

    Of course, these energy balls with dates are easily customizable. You can use walnuts, hazelnuts, or pecans instead of almonds. Likewise, you can substitute pepitas with sunflower, chia, or flax seeds. You can make many combinations depending on your choice.

    Why you will love these spirulina powder balls? They are:

    A plate full of vegan spirulina energy balls made without sugar. Dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free snacks.
    • Nutty
    • Made without sugar
    • Dairy-free
    • Feady in a flash
    • Loaded with nutrients
    • Flourless
    • Family-friendly snacks
    • Beautifully green without food coloring
    • Sure to impress your guests
    • Mouthwatering
    • Full of flavor!

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    Spirulina energy balls recipe for lunchboxes for kids and adults. Vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free protein snacks for school, work, parties, picnics.

    Superfood Spirulina Energy Balls (Refined Sugar-Free!)

    Marinela Malcheva
    These scrumptious spirulina energy balls are vegan, naturally gluten-free, oil-free, and refined sugar-free. Easy to make as wholesome no-bake snacks or a quick tasty dessert.
    4.95 from 18 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine dairy-free, egg-free, Gluten-free, Plant-based, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings 18
    Calories 78 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Food processor or high-powered blender
    • 1 tablespoon

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 and ⅓ cups dates pitted, measured after pitting (I used 22 dates)
    • ½ cup almonds raw
    • ½ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas) raw
    • ¼ cup desiccated coconut
    • 1 tablespoon spirulina powder (If you are not used to spirulina yet, I suggest first adding ½ tbsp. Taste and see if you like to add the other half of tablespoon)
    • 1 tablespoon peanut butter

    Instructions
     

    • First, in a food processor or high-powered blender put raw almonds and pumpkin seeds. Pulse for a few seconds at a time until they are finely ground.
    • Next, add dates, desiccated coconut, peanut butter, and spirulina powder to the ground almonds and pumpkin seeds. Process until a sticky dough is formed. If your dates are not soft enough, make sure to soften them first. Put them in a bowl and cover them with hot, boiling water. Let them soak for 5-10 minutes. If you do this step make sure to completely drain the dates otherwise the mixture won't be sticky but too wet and the balls won't form well.
    • Then, with a tablespoon, scoop out of the mixture and roll small balls using your hands. Transfer to a plate and keep refrigerated.
      Store them in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container. Freeze any leftovers for up to 2 months in the freezer-friendly container. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Dates should be at room temperature and have a soft, caramelly texture before making this recipe. In that way, you won’t need to soak them in water.
    • Depending on the texture of your dates, add more coconut if you get a too wet mixture. On the other side, if the mixture is too dry, feel free to add a tablespoon of peanut butter so you can easily roll the balls with your hands.
    • You can use walnuts, hazelnuts, or pecans instead of almonds. Likewise, you can substitute pepitas with sunflower, chia, or flax seeds.
    • You can use any nut butter instead of PB. Make as many combinations as you like depending on your preferences.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword no bake energy bites, simple vegan dessert recipe, spirulina bliss balls, spirulina date balls, spirulina energy balls recipe, spirulina protein balls recipe, spirulina snack balls, spirulina snacks
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Did you try this easy spirulina energy balls recipe? If yes, please rate it, leave a comment below, and share your photo on Instagram with the tag @go_eatgreen and hashtag it #go_eatgreen. I would love to hear about your experience and your comments just make my day!

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    Love, Marinela💚


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    Comments

    1. Jacqui says

      March 27, 2022 at 8:16 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this recipe is sugar free!

      Reply
      • Marinela says

        May 26, 2022 at 12:00 am

        I absolutely adore it, too 🙂 Thank you, Jacqui, for commenting!

        Reply
    2. nancy says

      March 28, 2022 at 10:59 pm

      5 stars
      tasty energy balls. i love the added benefits

      Reply
      • Marinela says

        May 26, 2022 at 12:01 am

        I'm glad you like them, Nancy, thank you for your feedback!

        Reply
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