Looking for a quick, nutritious snack with a festive twist? These Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookie Energy Balls are the perfect solution!
Packed with the warm, spicy flavors of gingerbread cookies and the wholesome nutrition of ZEGO’s Cinnamon Twist Muesli, they’re a delightful treat you can enjoy anytime. Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and incredibly easy to make!
Why This Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookie Energy Ball Recipe is Better
The holidays can be full of treats that are delicious but often leave us feeling less than our best. This wholesome snack delivers all the festive vibes with a healthier twist to keep you energized throughout the busy holiday season!
ZEGO’s Cinnamon Twist Muesli is the base of this recipe, offering an abundance of fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
The chia seeds boost omega-3 content, while the spices bring the warmth and nostalgia of gingerbread cookies without the refined sugar crash.
Ginger itself is a powerhouse ingredient in this recipe, providing vitamins and minerals like iron, magnesium, vitamins B6 and C, and zinc to help strengthen your immune system. Ginger can also help reduce inflammation while supporting improved blood sugar levels.
These energy balls are extra chewy and have a bit of crunch from seeds, not nuts so these are allergy-friendly. If you don’t have our Cinnamon Twist Organic Muesli on hand, our Cinnamon & Spice Organic Superfood Oatmeal Blend also works well for this recipe!
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookie Energy Balls: The Recipe
Ingredients
(makes about 16 energy balls)
1 2/3 Cup of ZEGO Organic Cinnamon Twist Muesli
1 tbs chia seeds
2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 cup almond or (sub sunflower seed butter if allergic)
3 tbs maple syrup
3 tbs molasses
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Method
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine almond butter, maple syrup, molasses, vanilla extract, salt, and spices. Mix until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Next, add ZEGO Cinnamon Twist Muesli and chia seeds to the bowl. Stir until just combined.
- Chill in the fridge or freezer for 15-30 minutes
- Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. (Tip: Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes!)
- Enjoy!
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Customize Your Snacks!
Make these bites your own with these fun customization ideas:
Festive Flair: Roll the balls in powdered sugar, cinnamon, or shredded coconut for a decorative touch.
Add Texture: Mix in mini chocolate chips, cinnamon candies, shredded coconut, raisins, or chopped nuts.
Smoother Texture & Less Chew: Blend the muesli slightly in a food processor before mixing with wet ingredients for a finer texture.
Extra Ginger Kick: Add chopped crystallized ginger for a chewy, spicy surprise.
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