Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup almonds
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather pitted Medjool dates, almonds, warm water, and shredded unsweetened coconut to have all components ready for processing.
- Pulse mixture: In your food processor, add the pitted dates, almonds, and warm water. Pulse the mixture until it reaches a dough-like consistency with slight texture, ensuring it is moist and rollable but not too sticky or dry.
- Form balls: Scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it between your palms to form smooth balls. Continue this process until you use up all the date and almond dough.
- Coat with coconut: Roll each ball in the shredded unsweetened coconut to fully coat the surface. Some coconut flakes may remain unused.
- Serve or store: Enjoy the date balls immediately at room temperature, or store in an airtight container. They will keep well for 1 week at room temperature, up to 2 weeks refrigerated, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their softness and natural sweetness, but other dates can be substituted if pitted and soft.
- Warm water helps the mixture bind better but avoid adding too much as it can make the mixture sticky.
- Store leftovers in the fridge to maintain freshness longer or freeze for extended storage.
- For an extra flavor twist, add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract during processing.
- These balls make a great energy bite before workouts or as a healthy dessert option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Healthy/Raw
- Diet: Vegan
