Freekeh Energy Balls

Ingredients

• 1 cup freekeh
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup nut butter of choice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, plus more for topping

Directions

1. In a food processor, process the freekeh until it's broken up and resembles a coarse meal.
2. Add the rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, nut butter, honey, cinnamon, and sea salt, and process until everything is combined and a dough forms.
3. Stir in the chocolate chips.
4. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Top each ball with additional chocolate chips, if desired.
6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until firm.
7. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Freekeh is a whole-grain wheat that is nutrient-dense and packed with protein and fiber.
• These energy balls are a great source of healthy fats, thanks to the nut butter.
• The dark chocolate chips give the energy balls a delicious sweetness and are a good source of antioxidants.