Description
Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls are a quick, no-bake snack made with wholesome ingredients like dates, coconut, cocoa, and nuts. Naturally sweetened and nutrient-rich, they’re perfect as a pre-workout boost, afternoon snack, or healthy dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almonds or cashews
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
- Extra shredded coconut for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Add the pitted dates to a food processor and blend until they form a sticky paste.
- Add shredded coconut, cocoa powder, oats, nuts, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor. Blend until the mixture is finely ground and begins to clump.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of coconut oil and blend again until the consistency improves.
- Scoop out portions and roll into small balls using your hands.
- Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut if desired.
- Place the energy balls in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for the best texture and natural sweetness.
- Add chia seeds, flaxseed, or hemp hearts for extra nutrition.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To make nut-free, substitute nuts with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Chilling is optional but recommended for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
