Balkan-American No-Bake Energy Bites

Finely chop the walnuts and dried apricots by hand or pulse them in a food processor for 2–3 minutes until you reach a coarse, rubble-like crumb — you want distinct little chunks that add chew, not a smooth paste, so stop before everything turns uniform.

In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey and stir vigorously for 1–2 minutes until the honey is fully incorporated; the mixture should turn slightly paler and look almost fluffy, a sign the two have properly emulsified into a smooth, cohesive base.

Add the rolled oats, chopped walnut-apricot mixture, ground cinnamon, and salt to the bowl and fold everything together with a spatula for 2–3 minutes until the oats are evenly coated and the mixture holds its shape when you press a small amount firmly between your fingers.

With lightly dampened hands — this stops the mixture clinging to your skin — roll the mixture into twelve 1-inch balls, pressing each one between your palms for 10–15 seconds to form tight, compact spheres; transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set to a satisfying chewy-firm texture.

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