No-Bake Halloween Spider Energy Balls

Name: No-Bake Halloween Spider Energy Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: ½ cup oats (rolled ); ¼ cup nut butter; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp cocoa powder; 2 tbsp flaxseed (ground ); 2 tbsp chia seeds; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 30 pretzels (sticks cut in half); 20 pomegranate (seeds)

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These Halloween spider energy balls make for the perfect nutrient-dense Halloween-themed spooky snack. Packed with wholesome low glycemic ingredients like oats, nut butter, and seeds, these energy balls make for a delicious diabetes-friendly snack.

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Preparation Level 30 Minutes or Less, Quick & Easy

Servings 10 energy balls

Preparation 15

Total 15

Why Diabetes Friendly?

Balanced Macronutrients: The combination of fiber from oats, flaxseed, and chia seeds with protein and healthy fats from nut butter can help maintain stable blood sugar levels by promoting satiety and slowing digestion.
Low Glycemic Index: Ingredients like oats and nut butter have a low glycemic index, contributing to a slower rise in blood glucose levels after consumption.
Nutrient-Dense: Each component brings nutritional benefits, such as omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed, antioxidants from cocoa powder, and minerals from chia seeds.

Ingredients

Cooking Tips

Consistency Adjustment: If the mixture is too dry, you can add a bit more nut butter or honey to help the ingredients stick together more easily. Conversely, if it's too sticky, a little more oats or cocoa powder can help.
Pretzel Sticks: Carefully inserting the pretzel sticks without breaking them might require a gentle touch. It's helpful to find thicker pretzel sticks that can withstand a bit of pressure.
Setting in the Fridge: Allowing the energy balls to set in the fridge not only helps them hold their shape but also makes the pretzel sticks adhere better, ensuring they don't fall out easily when handled.

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, nut butter, honey, cocoa powder, ground flax seed, chia seed, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
½ cup oats, ¼ cup nut butter, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, 2 tbsp flaxseed, 2 tbsp chia seeds, ½ tsp vanilla extract
Once all ingredients are evenly incorporated, use a teaspoon to scoop mixture and form a ball using your hands.
Carefully insert 6 pretzel sticks into each energy ball (3 on each side) to form the spider “legs”. Add two pomegranate arils on top to form the “eyes”.
30 pretzels, 20 pomegranate
Let the spider energy balls sit in the fridge to set for 30 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!

FAQ

Can I substitute honey with another sweetener?
Yes, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar as a vegan alternative to honey. The texture and sweetness might vary slightly, so adjust according to taste.
How can I store these energy balls?
The spider energy balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, they can be frozen and thawed as needed.
Is there an alternative to pomegranate seeds for the eyes?
If pomegranate seeds are not available or if you're looking for a different look, you can use mini chocolate chips, dried berries, or small edible candy eyes (available in baking supply stores) as alternatives for the spider eyes.

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 96.3kcal

Carbohydrates: 11.1g

Fiber: 2.8g

Sugar: 4.1g

Fat: 5.3g

Saturated Fat: 0.5g

Trans Fat: 0.003g

Protein: 2.9g

Nutrition Facts

No-Bake Halloween Spider Energy Balls

Amount per Serving

Calories

96.3

% Daily Value*

Fat

5.3

Saturated Fat

0.5

Trans Fat

0.003

Sodium

21.7

Potassium

108.5

Carbohydrates

11.1

Fiber

2.8

Sugar

4.1

Protein

2.9

Vitamin C

0.3

Calcium

44.7

Iron

0.9

Magnesium

42.4

Zinc

0.6

Folic Acid

2.3

µg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

No-Bake Halloween Spider Energy Balls

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