Chocolate Cherry Date Balls
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
15 servings
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Calories
156 kcal
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Course
Snacks
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Cuisine
American, Vegetarian, Vegan
Chocolate Cherry Date Balls
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Satisfy your sweet tooth in just 15 minutes with these simple and delicious 6-ingredient Chocolate Cherry Date Balls. The flavors of the sweet dates with cherries and chocolate make this grab-and-go snack absolutely delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw unsalted cashews
- ½ cup raw unsalted walnuts
- ¾ cup dried cherries
- 9 large medjool dates, pitted (approx. 4 oz)
- 2-3 TBSP water or tart cherry juice
- 1-2 TBSP unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅛ tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Pulse cashews and walnuts in a food processor with an S-blade until finely chopped.
- Next add dates, dried and fresh cherries, cocoa powder, and salt. Add 1 TBSP of water and blend.
- An extra few tablespoons of water can be added as needed (pulsing between each spoonful) to make the mixture sticky enough to roll into balls. Once ready, the mixture will be sticky enough to sort of stick together in a large lump.
- Remove the mixture from the processor, spread onto a piece of wax/parchment paper or cutting board and fold/knead in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop into 1.5-2 TBSP portions, gently squeeze, then roll into balls. Feel free to dust your hands with a little extra cocoa powder first to prevent the mixture from sticking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature (or in the refrigerator!) for a week or two. They taste great chilled and the flavors are even more pronounced when thawed to room temperature. Grab a few to go or munch on one or two as a sweet treat after dinner. Either way, you won't be able to keep your hands off these balls!
Notes
- These chocolate cherry date balls are totally freezer friendly! After rolling the mixture into balls, place spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in freezer for 30-60 minutes before transferring to a lidded airtight container or bag. They can be enjoyed frozen or defrosted in the fridge. (I like mine defrosted)
- This recipe yields approx. 15 date balls. Nutrition Facts below are estimated per ball using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
156kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.003g
Cholesterol
0.2mg
(0%)
Sodium
22mg
(1%)
Potassium
202mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
239IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
25mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 239IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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