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Healthy Bliss Balls for Kids (No-Bake, Gluten-Free)

These healthy bliss balls for kids are rich, chocolatey, and naturally sweetened with dates. Ready in 15 minutes, and packed with healthy fats, they’re a gluten-free, dairy-free snack kids love!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 12 balls
Calories: 118 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 5 Medjool dates pitted
  • ½ ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder plus extra for coating
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

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  1. Prep Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and prepare a food processor or high-speed blender. Ensure dates are pitted and your avocado is ripe.
  2. Blend and Mix: Add all ingredients to the food processor. Blend for about 3 minutes or until a sticky dough forms. The mixture should hold together when pressed between your fingers. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl.
  3. Shape the Balls: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough. Roll between your hands to form 1-inch balls.
  4. Coat with Cocoa: Place extra cocoa powder in a shallow bowl. Roll each bliss ball in the cocoa until fully coated.
  5. Chill or Enjoy: Eat immediately, or place the balls on a baking sheet and chill in the fridge for an hour. For longer storage, freeze them in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Storage Tips: Keep at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Recipe Tip: If the mixture feels too sticky to handle, pop it in the fridge for 10–15 minutes before rolling. This makes the process smoother and less messy—especially if the kids are helping!
  • For Nut-Free Bliss Balls: Swap walnuts with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds to make these nut-free. Adjust blending time for best results.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1ball Calories 118kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 163mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 34IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 118

% Daily Value*

Serving 1ball
Calories 118kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 163mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 34IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.