Cocoa date balls coated in shredded coconut on a plate

Coconut Date Balls

Average rating
5.0
2 ratings
Prep
14 min
Waiting
25 min
Total
39 min

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Coconut Date Balls

Author: Recipheon

Servings
10
Prep
14 min
Waiting
25 min
Total
39 min

Source: https://recipheon.com/en/recipes/desserts/coconut-date-balls

About this recipe

These coconut date balls are a sweet no-bake dessert in which dates bind shredded coconut, cocoa, honey, and gluten-free rolled oats into a firm mixture. Dates provide natural stickiness and deep sweetness, cocoa adds chocolate flavor, and coconut stands out in both flavor and texture. The oats help make the mixture thick so the balls hold their shape well. After chilling, the dessert becomes firmer and easier to serve.

Ingredients

Servings: 10

  • 120 g dates

  • 80 g shredded coconut

  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon gluten-free rolled oats

Steps

  1. Soak the dates briefly in warm water if they are hard, then drain them very thoroughly because shredded coconut readily absorbs excess moisture.

  2. Blend the dates, shredded coconut, cocoa, honey, and gluten-free rolled oats into a thick, sticky mixture.

  3. Taste the mixture and, if needed, add 1 teaspoon of water or more shredded coconut to adjust the consistency.

  4. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them firmly until the dates bind the coconut, cocoa, and oats into compact balls.

  5. Refrigerate the balls for 20–30 minutes so the coconut mixture sets and holds its shape more easily.

Estimated nutrition

Per serving
Calories98 kcal
Protein1 g
Carbs13.7 g
Fat5.3 g
Fiber2.5 g
Sugars10.3 g
Per 100g
Calories411 kcal
Protein4.4 g
Carbs57.6 g
Fat22.4 g
Fiber10.4 g
Sugars43.4 g

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