Ginger Turmeric Energy Balls (Printable format)

No-bake energy balls with ginger, turmeric, maca, and hemp seeds for a nourishing boost.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free
02 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
03 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
04 - 2 tablespoons almond butter

→ Flavor & Nutrition

05 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
06 - 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
07 - 1 tablespoon maca powder
08 - 2 tablespoons hemp seeds

→ Seasoning

09 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional

12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons shredded coconut for coating
13 - 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup for additional sweetness

# How-To Steps:

01 - Add oats and cashews to food processor and pulse until finely ground to coarse meal consistency.
02 - Add dates, almond butter, ginger, turmeric, maca powder, hemp seeds, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to processor. Blend until mixture binds together and holds shape when pressed. If mixture is too dry, add maple syrup or water 1 teaspoon at a time.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of mixture and roll between palms into compact spheres.
04 - Roll balls in shredded coconut if desired for enhanced texture and visual appeal.
05 - Refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes to allow proper setting. Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 7 days.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • No oven required—just pulse, roll, and you're done in under 20 minutes.
  • These taste like an indulgent treat but actually make you feel genuinely better, which is a rare combination.
  • They stay fresh in the fridge for a week, so you can prep them once and grab them when your energy dips.
02 -
  • Fresh ginger and turmeric make a huge difference in flavor intensity—ground versions are convenient but tend to taste more muted and slightly stale in comparison.
  • If your mixture feels too dry after blending, resist the urge to dump in a bunch of liquid at once; adding it one teaspoon at a time keeps you from accidentally making them soggy.
03 -
  • If you don't have fresh ginger or turmeric, the recipe still works beautifully with ground versions—just reduce the amount slightly since ground spices are more concentrated.
  • Scoop all your portions first, then roll them all at once; it's more efficient and your hands will warm the mixture just enough to make rolling easier.
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