Microwave peanut butter for 30 seconds on high so its soft and smooth
Put dates into a heatproof bowl and microwave on high for 60 seconds. Make sure seeds are removed first.
Add oats, peanut butter and dates to food processor and blitz until a moist crumb is formed. Try pressing a clump of crumbs in your hand and if they stick together, the mixture is ready. If its too dry, add a tablespoon of water, or melted peanut butter and blitz again.
Roll the mixture into balls. A large dessert spoon or small ice cream scoop work well to get evenly sized balls.
Notes
Oats: I prefer to use the big oats, however instant oats work just as well
Peanut Butter: try to use a natural peanut butter with nothing else added. There are usually lots of different brands of natural peanut butter available in the aisle with the spreads. I love using crunchy peanut butter as it adds another element of texture, but a natural peanut putter also works.
Medjool Dates: these dates are perfect for adding sweetness and moistness as they are plump and juicy with a caramel like flavour. They also have soft skins and mix in very well with the rest of the ingredients.
Storage: Store balls in an air tight container at room temperature for upto 1 week
Freezing: These energy balls freeze well. Pop them into an air tight container, or ziplock bag and freeze for upto 1 month. To defrost, let them come to room temperature. This seems to work better than microwaving them.