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    Peanut Butter Chocolate Prune Energy Balls

    May 10, 2017 By Monika Last Updated February 3, 2022 20 Comments

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    These 4-ingredient peanut butter chocolate energy balls with prunes make a delicious and healthy treat or snack everyone will love. Easy to make and ready in as little as 10 minutes!

    Side view of energy balls on 2 white plates coated in chocolate and seeds, with peanuts and prunes in blue container in background.

    I am always looking for new ideas for healthy after-school snacks and here is one that got two thumbs up from my children today - peanut butter chocolate energy balls with prunes.

    Making healthy lunchbox and after-school snacks can be tricky as you are competing with a myriad of commercially produced sugary treats that most children love.  And you can't really blame them!  All you can do is keep trying and celebrate (occasional) successes.

    These chocolate energy balls were gone within minutes of my children coming through the door. The kids had no idea they had just devoured a good helping of prunes, which usually is not the most popular snack in my house.

    Chocolate energy balls ingredients

    Ingredients for making chocolate prune energy balls in individual dishes.
    Chocolate prune energy balls ingredients.

    It's hard to believe that using only 4 ingredients (one of which is water!) can create such a rich and delicious treat! Everyone knows how well chocolate and peanut butter go together but adding prunes into the mix produces even better results as it gives these energy balls a hint of fruity tang.  

    Top tip

    If your chocolate energy balls mixture is not as thick and sticky as it should be (perhaps your peanut butter was a little runny) add a little almond flour.

    Step-by-step recipe instructions

    1.Start by combining the chopped prunes with the water.  Stir and squash the prunes with the back of a spoon to soften them a little, then set aside for 5 minutes.

    Chopped prunes in large metal bowl with spoon.

    2. Blitz the chocolate in a blender until crumbly, but not powdery.

    Chocolate mixture in small blender.

    3. Combine with the prune mixture and 6 tablespoons of peanut butter.

    Prune mixture and peanut butter in small blender.

    4. Blend until the mixture is sticky and all the ingredients have been incorporated.

    Energy balls mixture in small blender.

    5. Form small, bite size balls. Roll in seeds, chocolate flakes (made by coarsely grating chocolate) or desiccated coconut (coating is optional). Chill for 30 minutes before serving (if possible) and enjoy!

    Energy balls on 2 white plates with seeds and chocolate flakes, with peanuts and prunes in small white container in background.

    Top tips 

    • Use good quality dark chocolate (approx. 70% cocoa solids).
    • It is important to soak the chopped prunes in a bit of water for a few minutes before making the balls.  Squash them with the back of a spoon until they are soft and start forming a paste, then combine with the rest of the ingredients.
    • I recommend using thick peanut butter so if yours is a bit runny you may want to add a little almond flour to thicken the mixture and make sure it has the right consistency. I used quite dense peanut butter so I didn't need to.
    • Use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter (I used crunchy).
    • Make it vegan by using vegan dark chocolate.
    • Chill for 30 minutes before serving, if possible. Alternatively place in the freezer for 15 minutes then serve. Keep covered, refrigerated for up to 3 days.
    • Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Coating ingredients ideas

    These prune chocolate energy balls can be enjoyed as they are but you can also coat them in:

    • cocoa/cacao powder
    • desiccated coconut
    • grated chocolate flakes (white or dark)
    • sesame seeds
    • crushed roasted peanuts/almonds

    Side view of chocolate energy balls on black plate with white cup on wooden table.

    Substitutions

    • Use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter (but make sure it's thick, not runny).
    • For an adult-only treat you could soak the prunes in brandy or vodka instead of the water.

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    Recipe

    Side view of chocolate energy balls on black plate with white cup on wooden table.

    Peanut Butter Chocolate Prune Energy Balls

    These 4-ingredient peanut butter chocolate energy balls with prunes make a delicious and healthy treat or snack everyone will love.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 bite size balls
    Calories: 102kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 6 tablespoons peanut butter see *Notes below
    • 1.76 ounces (50 g) dark chocolate chopped, or ¼c chocolate chips, plus 10 g more for making chocolate flakes (optional)
    • 5.29 ounces (150 g) prunes pitted, finely chopped
    • 1-2 tablespoons water

    Instructions

    • In a bowl combine the chopped prunes with the water, stir and squash with the back of a spoon. Set aside for 5 minute, then stir and squash again until the mixture starts coming together and becoming pasty.
    • In the meantime whizz the chocolate in a blender until crumbly (not completely powdery).
    • Combine the prune mixture with the chocolate and peanut butter and blend until the mixture becomes sticky and all the ingredients have been incorporated.
    • Form small balls and enjoy as they are or roll in sesame seeds, desiccated coconut or chocolate flakes (made by coarsely grating chocolate). It's a good idea to chill the balls for 30 minutes before serving, but it's not absolutely necessary.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Notes

    • Use good quality dark chocolate (approx. 70% cocoa solids).
    • It is important to soak the chopped prunes in a bit of water for a few minutes before making the balls.  Squash them with the back of a spoon until they are soft and start forming a paste, then combine with the rest of the ingredients.
    • *If your peanut butter is quite runny you may want to add a little almond flour to thicken the mixture and make sure it has the right consistency. I used quite dense peanut butter so I didn't need to.
    • Use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter (I used crunchy).
    • For an adult-only treat you could soak the prunes in brandy or vodka instead of the water.
    • Make it vegan by using vegan dark chocolate.
    • These energy balls can be served as they are or you can coat them in seeds, desiccated coconut or white or dark chocolate flakes (i.e. coarsely grated chocolate).
    • Chill for 30 minutes before serving, if possible. Alternatively place in the freezer for 15 minutes then serve. Keep covered, refrigerated for up to 3 days.
    • Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 99IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. Debi says

      January 08, 2023 at 4:59 pm

      Question: is the dark chocolate sweetened or not?

      Reply
      • Monika says

        January 08, 2023 at 8:12 pm

        Yes, it's ordinary dark chocolate.

        Reply
    2. Pam h says

      June 16, 2020 at 5:51 am

      I have made energy balls before.
      I usally keep them in freezer so I can take a few with me.
      Do u think these would freeze ok with prune.
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Monika says

        June 16, 2020 at 8:25 am

        I haven't tried freezing them but I don't see why they shouldn't freeze well especially as you usually freeze energy balls. These are just like any other energy balls. Hope you like the recipe:)

        Reply
    3. Emma @ FreeFromFarmhouse says

      May 18, 2017 at 6:26 pm

      Energy balls are such a great idea but I'm sure I'd just want to eat all the mixture out the bowl! #freefromfridays

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 18, 2017 at 6:32 pm

        I felt a little tempted to do that too, thank goodness I had to take photos of these balls:)

        Reply
    4. April J Harris says

      May 16, 2017 at 6:07 am

      I love prunes and chocolate together, so I love the healthy way you have used this flavour combo in these energy balls! Pinning. I'd love it if you will share them with my Hearth and Soul Link Party live on my blog now. I know they would be very popular! Hope to 'see' you there. Visiting via Create with Joy. It's lovely to 'meet' you! Following on Twitter.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 16, 2017 at 6:51 am

        Thank you! I'll go over and check out your link party now:)

        Reply
    5. JBS says

      May 15, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Yummy

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 15, 2017 at 10:52 am

        thanks:)

        Reply
    6. Mandy Mazliah says

      May 14, 2017 at 8:14 pm

      These look great Monika. I make several similar energy balls but your recipe is quite different to mine so I must give this a try. I particularly like the idea of putting tahini in.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 14, 2017 at 9:20 pm

        Thank you Mandy. These little balls were such a hit with my children I am making more tomorrow:)

        Reply
    7. Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com says

      May 13, 2017 at 9:43 pm

      Yum! These look so lovely and I am sure my kids would love these too...if I could control myself enough to leave the some!! 😀 Thanks for linking it up to #CookBlogShare! Eb x

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 13, 2017 at 10:11 pm

        Thanks Eb! They were quite moreish, I have to admit...

        Reply
    8. turkswhoeat says

      May 12, 2017 at 10:51 pm

      Yum! I make a similar thing but using dates, although I've never thought to add tahini!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 13, 2017 at 7:09 am

        Dates would be delicious too! There are so many possibilities with this type of snack:)

        Reply
    9. Rebecca Smith says

      May 12, 2017 at 8:02 am

      I love these types of snack, I've a few recipes on my blog too! These are my go-to energy snack for the 3pm dip in sugar and energy levels...and the fact they're so simple to knock up makes them all the more delcious! #FreeFromFridays

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 12, 2017 at 8:07 am

        I love snack like this too but what's even better is that my kids also love them - they are our 3 o'clock 'fix':)

        Reply
    10. Corina says

      May 11, 2017 at 8:35 pm

      I'm always on the lookout for healthy after school snacks and these sound delicious!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        May 11, 2017 at 9:37 pm

        Thanks Corina! These really were very good, making them again tomorrow:)

        Reply

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