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Sticky Bun-Inspired Energy Balls
This energy ball is packed with just the right amount of sugar and spice. To really emulate a sticky bun, we added a caramel pecan topping for a nice extra crunch. You can substitute any nut butter for the cashew butter if you prefer.
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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1/2 cup pecan halves plus 1 tablespoon, divided
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1/2 cup cashew butter
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3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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2 1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons caramel syrup
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine oats, 1/2 cup pecans, cashew butter, maple syrup, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, vanilla and salt in a food processor. Process until fully combined and a thick paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop or measuring spoon, scoop 16 portions of the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. With clean hands, roll each portion into a ball.
Finely chop the remaining 1 tablespoon pecans; transfer to a small bowl. Stir in caramel syrup and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon. Spoon 1/4 teaspoon of the caramel mixture over each energy ball.
