These 5 ingredient coconut date balls are made with just a few simple ingredients, including medjool dates, shredded coconut, and cashews. These treats are easy to make and packed with flavor!
Add all the ingredients to a food processor and blend on high for about 5 minutes or until it starts to combine and stick together.
Roll into 1 inch balls and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
food processor or blender
Notes
SubstitutionsCashews and almonds- I prefer to use mostly cashews because it gives these bites a nice nutty flavor but you can use whatever nuts or seeds you have on hand. Pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and pistachios would all work great in this easy recipe.Frequently asked questionsAre dates a healthy snack?Dates are a healthy fruit to include in your diet. They are high in fiber and antioxidants.What are the benefits of date balls?Dates are fiber-rich, have healthy fats, and have natural sugars. They are also low in sodium.Add insHere are some ideas of ways you can change up these date balls.
You can add vanilla protein powder to make these into coconut date protein balls.
Adding maple syrup or honey will give these bites a sweeter flavor which is perfect if you have sweet tooth.
Hempseeds would be great to add to these.
To up the fiber content in these, you can add some ground flaxseed.
If you want to have a nice chocolate flavor you can add unsweetened cocoa powder.
Adding chia seeds is another way to add protein to these.
Adding a chocolate drizzle on top of these will be great if you have a sweet craving.
To add a little more vanilla flavor, you can add vanilla extract. Almond extract would also taste amazing in these.
StoringStore in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 days. You can also freeze these and grab one or two anytime you need an easy snack.