{Gluten and Dairy Free} Energy Balls

photo from @cupcakesandkalehips

The NY Melrose Family posted this super fun snack for kids. The fact that they are healthy is a huge bonus. I think they would be great for a vacation or on-the-road snack. It looks like the recipe comes from @cupcakesandkalechips.com

Healthy Snacks for Kids: Energy Balls

Author: Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Recipe type: Snack

Prep time:  10 mins

Total time:  10 mins

Serves: 12 - 14

These Cinnamon Caramel Apple Energy Balls are perfect on the go healthy snacks for kids!

Ingredients

• ½ cup pitted dates
• 1 cup dried apples (not freeze dried, these are the chewy ones)
• ½ cup oats
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor and process until it forms a thick paste.
2. Using about a tablespoon of the mixture, roll into balls. If you want the little bites, use about ¼ teaspoon