Coconut Date Balls 

Looking for an easy, no-bake snack that’s as healthy as it is delicious? These Coconut Date Balls are a must-try!

With only three ingredients and minimal prep, they’re naturally sweet, chocolatey, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re meal prepping or craving a quick energy boost, these date balls are the perfect solution.

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Why You’ll Love This

• Simple: Only three ingredients required.
• Quick to make: Ready in just a few minutes with no baking needed.
• Flavourful: Naturally sweet with a chocolate taste.

Why These Ingredients?

• Dates: Naturally sweet and full of fibre, dates form the perfect sticky base for these balls.
• Cocoa powder: Adds a rich chocolate flavour and a boost of antioxidants.
• Coconut flakes: Enhances the sweetness and adds a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• 1 cup pitted dates
• 2 tablespoon water
• 3 teaspoon cocoa powder
• Unsweetened coconut flakes (for rolling)

Directions

1. Prepare the dates: If the dates are not already pitted, remove the pits.

2. Blend ingredients: Add the pitted dates, water, and cocoa powder to a food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and sticky. If the mixture isn’t sticking together, add a bit more water.

3. Form balls: Use your hands or a mini ice cream scoop to shape the mixture into small balls.

4. Coat in coconut: Roll each ball in unsweetened coconut flakes until fully coated.

5. Serve and enjoy: Enjoy immediately or store in the pantry for later.

Storage

Store the Coconut Date Balls in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Equipment

• Food processor
• Knife (for pitting dates if necessary)
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Mini ice cream scoop

Tips for Delicious Coconut Date Balls

• Sticky enough? If the mixture isn’t binding well, add water in small increments until it sticks.
• Uniform balls: Use a mini ice cream scoop to make evenly-sized balls.
• Coconut coating: Press the balls firmly into the coconut flakes for a thorough coating.

Substitutions, Variations, and Dietary Restrictions

• Coconut flakes: Swap for finely chopped nuts or seeds for a different texture.

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• Food processor
• Mini ice cream scoop
• Measuring spoons and cups

FAQs

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Recipe

Juliana Crimi, RD, MHSc

Coconut Date Balls

Try these simple and delicious Coconut Date Balls made with just three ingredients! A sweet and healthy treat that’s perfect for snacking or dessert.

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Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 12 Servings

Course: Snack

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup Pitted dates
• 2 tablespoon Water
• 3 teaspoon Cocoa powder
• ⅓ cup Unsweetened coconut flakes for rolling

Equipment

• Food processor
• Knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mini ice cream scoop optional

Method

 

1. Prepare the dates: If the dates are not already pitted, remove the pits.
2. Blend ingredients: Add the pitted dates, water, and cocoa powder to a food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and sticky. If the mixture isn’t sticking together, add a bit more water.
3. Form balls: Use your hands or a mini ice cream scoop to shape the mixture into small balls.
4. Coat in coconut: Roll each ball in unsweetened coconut flakes until fully coated.
5. Serve and enjoy: Enjoy immediately or store for later.

Notes

FAQs

Is coconut healthy?
Yes, coconut is a source of healthy fats and provides a natural sweetness. Just be mindful of portion sizes.

Are dates healthy?
Dates are naturally sweet and packed with fibre, making them a great alternative to refined sugars in recipes.

Can I make these without a food processor?
You can try using a blender, but ensure it’s powerful enough to handle the sticky texture of the dates.