Coconut Date Balls
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Coconut Date Balls
Description
The Coconut Date Balls recipe starts with pitting and softening Medjool dates by soaking them in warm water, which makes them easier to process into a thick, sticky dough when combined with chopped pecans. Once blended, the mixture is shaped into small balls by hand, then rolled in desiccated coconut for a subtle, coarse coating that adds texture and mild coconut flavor. The pinch of sea salt enhances the overall taste by balancing the sweetness of the dates.
This no-bake recipe is straightforward and convenient, requiring only chilling in the fridge to help the balls firm up slightly before serving. The resulting snack is delightfully chewy, nutty, and sweet without added sugars or baking. Coconut Date Balls work well as grab-and-go snacks or energy bites during the day.
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze the balls after shaping for longer storage. Feel free to experiment with your favorite nuts or coconut types when rolling them.
Ingredients
- 10-12 Medjool dates
- 2 cups pecans chopped
- Pinch salt sea salt
- ¼ cup desiccated coconut
Instructions
- Pit the medjool dates and soak them in warm water for 10 minutes until they soften
- Place the pitted dates and pecans in the bowl of a large food processor. Blend on high until a thick “dough” is formed and the mixture feels sticky.
- Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture and use your hands to roll it into a ball. If you have time you can let them set in the fridge for 5 minutes.
- Roll the energy bites into desiccated or shredded coconut pressing gently so they adhere. Makes about 12-14 bites.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator; they keep for 10 to 14 days.
- To freeze, roll the balls and place on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag; thaw overnight in the fridge before eating.
- Feel free to customize the nuts or coconut coating to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 31IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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