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Coconut Date Balls
Coconut Date Balls are bite-sized energy snacks made by blending softened Medjool dates with chopped pecans until they form a sticky dough, then rolling into balls coated with desiccated coconut. These no-bake treats deliver a chewy texture from the dates combined with a nutty crunch from the pecans. A pinch of sea salt balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors. They are ideal for a quick energy boost or a healthy snack option.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
15
servings
Calories:
145 kcal
Course:
Snacks
Cuisine:
American
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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 15 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145
% 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.