Description
Chocolate Coconut Date Balls are a healthy, no-bake snack blending the natural caramel sweetness of Medjool dates with rich cocoa, shredded coconut, and crunchy nuts. These easy-to-make energy bites provide a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for a quick pick-me-up or a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted (soaked in warm water for 10 minutes if dry, then drained)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (reserve some for rolling)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup almonds or walnuts, finely chopped or ground
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prep Your Dates: Start by pitting your Medjool dates if they aren’t already pitted. If your dates are a little dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften, then drain well to make blending easier and the texture smoother.
- Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, add the softened dates, cocoa powder, shredded coconut (reserving some for rolling), chopped nuts, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together but still has a slightly chunky texture.
- Form the Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls. If the mixture feels too sticky, wet your hands slightly or chill the dough in the fridge for 10 minutes before rolling.
- Coat the Balls: Roll each ball in the reserved shredded coconut or any other coating of your choice for extra flavor and a delightful finish.
- Chill Before Serving: Place the Chocolate Coconut Date Balls on a baking sheet or plate and chill them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up and enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Choose soft Medjool dates for best texture and natural sweetness.
- Pulse ingredients in the food processor instead of overblending to keep some texture in the balls.
- If dates are not sweet enough, add a splash of maple syrup or honey to taste.
- Slightly wet your hands before rolling to prevent sticking.
- Store finished balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg