Chocolate Date Energy Balls
These chocolate date energy balls are a healthy, no-bake snack packed with natural sweetness from dates, rich chocolate flavor, and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for any diet!
Equipment
- Food processor
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 1-1/4 cups pitted medjool dates roughly chopped
- 3 ounces 60% bittersweet chocolate coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup dried unsweetened tart cherries chopped
- 1/4 cup deluxe mixed nuts coarsely chopped
- 3 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
- 3 tbsp sunflower kernels
- 1-1/2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the dates, chocolate, and cherries in a food processor. Process for approximately 1 minute until finely chopped. The mixture should resemble sticky crumbs.
- Add the mixed nuts, coconut flakes, and sunflower kernels. Pulse until everything is blended but still has texture.
- Add the olive oil and vanilla extract. Process again until the mixture starts to clump together into a cohesive dough.
- Using your hands, roll the mixture into 12 evenly sized balls.
- Refrigerate the balls, covered, for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 weekâor freeze for up to 1 month.
Notes
Refrigeration helps achieve the best texture and shape, while customizing coatings (like chia seeds or shredded coconut) adds extra fun layers of flavor!