Description
These Date Energy Balls are a simple, nutritious snack packed with natural sweetness and healthy fats. Made with peanut butter, dates, and cacao powder, they provide a perfect energy boost for anytime snacking. Rolled in desiccated coconut for a delightful texture, these no-bake balls are easy to prepare and great for on-the-go nourishment.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 130 g peanut butter (or nut butter of choice)
- 250 g pitted dates (deglet nour or medjool)
- 2 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2–3 tbsp desiccated coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Blend all the ingredients except the desiccated coconut in a food processor until the mixture forms a thick, sticky dough.
- Shape the balls: Divide the dough into 12 even-sized portions and roll each portion into a smooth ball using your hands.
- Coat with coconut: Spread the desiccated coconut on a plate and roll each ball in the coconut to coat evenly.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the energy balls for 30 to 60 minutes to allow them to firm up and develop flavor before enjoying.
Notes
- Use fresh, soft dates like medjool for easier blending and a sweeter taste.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup based on your desired sweetness.
- Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- For a nuttier flavor, try almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter.
- Feel free to add extras like chia seeds or chopped nuts for added texture and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
