Soft, naturally sweet, and packed with superfoods, these Spirulina Energy Balls are the perfect snack for an afternoon energy boost. Made with 6 ingredients, and collagen for added protein, these no-bake bites come together for a grab-and-go snack when you need a little extra fuel.
"My kids love energy balls and I always try to have them on hand whenever possible. Such a great alternative to junk food."
-Daniela
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 35 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 13
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 163 kcals and 7 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Dates, collagen powder, spirulina powder, coconut flour, hemp hearts, and dried blueberries.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and can be made vegan.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: These no-bake spirulina energy balls are nutrient-packed, naturally sweet, and perfect for a quick, protein-rich snack.
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Adding nutrient-dense snacks to your routine is one of the easiest ways to support steady energy throughout the day. These energy bites include spirulina powder, a blue-green algae considered a powerful superfood full of antioxidants, plant-based protein, and minerals that help support immune health and overall wellness. Combined with whole-food ingredients like dates and collagen, they make a quick no-bake snack when you need something energizing, similar to grabbing this dark chocolate cherry smoothie.
As a busy mom, I’ve learned that having grab-and-go energy bites (like 3-ingredient protien balls) ready in the fridge makes a huge difference when everyone gets hungry at once. These spirulina protein balls are naturally sweetened with fruit, easy to meal prep, and perfect when you need something small but energizing.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
No baking: Skip the time in the kitchen; these superfood energy balls require zero baking and are whipped up in minimal time.
Immune boosting: Between the collagen powder and spirulina, the bites are filled with healthy, immune-supporting nutrients.
Easy: With only 6 ingredients, you probably have everything you need to whip these up, this bounce protein ball recipe, too
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Dates: This is what naturally sweetens the spirulina coconut energy balls! A natural sugar that also has a ton of fiber. Soak your dates in warm water for 20 minutes so that they blend better. This is also the secret to omega 3 brownie bites.
- Coconut flour: This helps absorb the liquid in the balls so that they hold together.
- Collagen powder: This powder is a protein powerhouse and helps boost the immune system as well. Learn more about the difference between collagen powder and bone broth, and check out these collagen powder recipes for more ways to work it in.
- Spirulina: A great way to take in a bunch of nutrients at once, I get the greens powder from Perfect Supplements, so I get the benefit of both spirulina and chlorella.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Dried fruit: As the base of energy balls, figs work just as well as dates (I do this with date chocolate energy balls sometimes), and any dried fruit can replace the blueberries for new tastes.
Chocolate: Add 1 tablespoon of raw cacao powder to the balls for a rich chocolate flavor. This tastes best if you add a sprinkle of sea salt and a splash of maple syrup or honey.
Vegan: If you need to make the spirulina snack balls vegan-friendly, omit the collagen powder and replace it with almond flour for the same texture.
How To Make Spirulina Energy Balls
Step 1: Soak the dates and blend them until mostly smooth.
Step 2: Add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix until combined and sticky.
Step 3: Grease your hands and roll the mixture into balls, placing them into the freezer to set.
Expert Tips
Make sure to soak the dates in warm water before you need them to make it easier on your food processor and so that they come out smooth.
High-quality collagen powder and spirulina powder are important if you want the balls to be as nutrient-dense as possible. I use Perfect Supplements for this as they're such a reputable, transparent brand. Use code mamabear10 to save yourself some money if you try them.
Learn more about the ins and outs of making no-bake balls with these crucial tips for making homemade energy balls.
Store the superfood energy balls in the fridge for up to 7 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Since dates don't freeze solid, you can actually enjoy these right out of the frozen though they obviously won't be as soft.
Spirulina Energy Balls FAQs
Dates are a natural sugar source and are normally used as the base in homemade energy balls. If you need to omit them, dried figs work in a similar way. Make sure to soak them first so that they're easier to blend in the food processor.
Spirulina energy balls are lightly sweet with a hint of green powder. It depends on the kind of dried fruit you use. If you need a sweeter taste to cover the powder, add a tablespoon of honey to the mix.
Both blue spirulina and green spirulina can be used to make energy balls. Both are packed with nutrients and great for boosting the immune system. Blue spirulina will result in a brighter-colored ball.
Spirulina powder can be potent tasting, so only use a little bit if you're not used to it. Then, give the mixture a taste and adjust from there. Start with 1 teaspoon of spirulina powder.
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No-Bake Spirulina Energy Balls
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dates soaked in warm water for 20 minutes
- ¼ cup Collagen powder
- 1 teaspoon Spirulina powder or chlorella
- 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
- ⅛ cup Shredded coconut unsweetened
- ⅛ cup Hemp Hearts
- 2 tbs Water use the water from soaking the dates
- ⅓ cup Dried blueberries
Instructions
- Soak the dates in warm water to make them easier to blend.
- In a powerful blender, blend the dates until a paste forms.
- Place the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add in the date paste and (using your muscles!) mix until combined. Add in the date water. You should have a sticky mess.
- Roll some coconut oil onto your hands (to prevent sticking) and line a tray with parchment paper.
- Using your hands, roll the mixture into balls (about 12-14)
- Place the balls on the parchment paper and place into the freezer for thirty minutes.
- When ready to eat, you can grab them right out of the freezer or let them thaw for a first minutes first.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
Shelby S says
This is such a tasty way to get in extra nutrients! Dates make them sweet enough to hide the flavor.
Tessa Simpson says
I am in LOVE with all the goodies you managed to get in there! Will definitely try these with my kiddos! Thanks!
fitasamamabear says
I like to cram as much as possible into them haha
Cathy says
I had no idea that cacao has more calcium than cow's milk. That's a great piece of information!
fitasamamabear says
I learned that a few years ago from a holistic nutritionist and was sold for life haha best knowledge bomb ever 😀
Raia Todd says
These sound AMAZING. Though I'd have to sub the oats for something... maybe a little almond flour? Definitely pinning for later. 🙂
fitasamamabear says
Almond flour works! Any nut flour. Coconut would work too just remember it absorbs like crazy 😉 Just tweak the ration to get a texture you like, I have a feeling you may need to sub more nut flour than oats to get it to bind 🙂
Teresa says
I'm always looking for healthy snack ideas so I'll have to give these a try. I like that you try to add different superfoods by disguising their taste with the other ingredients. Great for picky eaters, like my husband!
fitasamamabear says
Haha yea, I don't think anyone really wants a snack to taste like chlorella 😉 I definitely try to hide it for my daughters... I wish my hubby would even TRY them. Drives me bonkers!
Van Cast says
Great recipe, I have pinned it! ♥
fitasamamabear says
Thanks millions! I so appreciate it 🙂
Daniela says
My kids love energy balls and I always try to have them on hand whenever possible. Such a great alternative to junk food.
fitasamamabear says
Yours too eh? Amazing! Mine calls them her "timbits" haha I love that they can be made so healthy- perfect for park snacks!
Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica says
Love making no-bake goodies like these and adding any number of nutrient dense elements to make them super-charged!
I have made similar for many years with addition of herbs to help my clients. I have never seen this version of stevia so must check that out!
Thanks for sharing. They look scrumptious!!
fitasamamabear says
I never even thought to add herbs- that's so smart! We live off of no bake lol