Description
A quick and indulgent treat that combines dates, coconut, and cocoa for a satisfying bite, perfect for snacks or desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 10 dates), soaked if dry
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
- 1/2 cup natural cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour (or oat flour for nut-free)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped dark chocolate or chopped toasted nuts
Instructions
- Pulse the dates in a food processor until crumbly.
- Add shredded coconut, cocoa powder, almond flour, and salt; pulse to combine.
- Drizzle in coconut oil, vanilla, and maple syrup while processing until mixture clumps together.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Use a tablespoon or scoop to portion and roll into balls, then roll in extra shredded coconut.
- Chill the balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Use fresh Medjool dates for best binding; soak dry dates in hot water for 10 minutes. Adjust sweetness with maple syrup if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg